YAN HU SUO 

About Corydalis for Pain

Also known as Engosaku in Japan, and Yonhosaek in Korean.

Many practitioners of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) consider YAN HU SUO to be the second most effective pain reliever, opium being the first. 

Pharmaceutical companies have recently taken an interest in one chemical constituent of this herb, dehydrocorybulbine (DHCB) as potentially useful in creating new, non opioid, drugs for pain relief. 

Corydalis is available as granules which are simply stirred into liquid and as a whole herb which is boiled.

Corydalis Uses

• Headache
• Toothache
• Abdominal Pain
• Menstrual Pain

Corydalis' TCM Functions

• Invigorates The Blood
• Alleviates Pain
• Dysmenorrhea

Corydalis Safety, Cautions, and Contraindications

Contraindicated During Pregnancy

Traditional Chinese Medicine, when used properly, is powerful and reliable, but it can also be complex. Self-diagnosis and self-treatment aren't recommended for chronic, recurring, or serious illness. To insure the best outcome and minimize the chance of side effects, it is best to Start an E-mail Consultation 

Corydalis Dosage:

Granules: 2-5 grams, 2-4 times a day, or as prescribed

Whole Herb: 
Using a container made of ceramic, glass, or stainless steel (no aluminum, iron or copper) boil 1/2 ounce of whole herbs in 1- 2 quarts of water for about 40 minutes, or until 3 cups of medicine remain. Strain herbs.  Drink 1 cup in the AM. 1 cup mid afternoon, and 1 cup in the PM. 

How to Make a Corydalis Tincture

Cover 1 ounce of whole sliced Corydalis root with 1-2 pints of vodka or rice wine for 2 weeks in a covered glass container.  Stir daily. Store in a cool dark place.

* These statements have not been evaluated by the US Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.