SHAO YAO TANG - Peony Formula - SELECT OPTION: Powdered Herbs or Whole Herbs
SHAO YAO TANG*
Peony Formula
INDICATIONS and PROPERTIES
Invasion of Pathogenic Damp Heat, Dysenteric indications. Blood and Pus in the Stool
Regulates And Harmonizes Qi And Blood, Clears Heat, Detoxifies
This formula is primarily used for Damp-Heat Blocking the Intestines, causing abdominal pain and the urge to defecate without defecation (tenesmus)
Safety and Cautions When Using SHAO YAO TANG
The presence of blood or pus in the stool warrants a visit to the doctor. This formula is indicated only for acute occurrences caused by tainted food or water. Do not use this formula for recurrent or chronic anal bleeding, or for bleeding due to hemorrhoids.
Contraindicated During Pregnancy
Traditional Chinese Medicine, is powerful and reliable, but it can also be complex. Self-diagnosis and self-treatment aren't recommended, especially for complicated, chronic, recurring, or serious illness. To insure the best outcome and minimize the chance of side effects, it's best to Find a Local Practitioner or Start an E-mail Consultation now.
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Bai Shao Yao (Radix Paeoniae Lactiflorae) |
30 |
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Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis) |
15 |
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Huang Lian (Rhizoma Coptidis Recens) |
15 |
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Huang Qin (Radix Scutellariae Baicalensis) |
15 |
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Mu Xiang (Radix Aucklandiae Lappae) |
6 |
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Bing Lang (Semen Arecae Catechu) |
6 |
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Rou Gui (Cortex Cinnamomi Cassiae) |
6 |
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Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis) |
6 |
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Da Huang (Radix et Rhizoma Rhei) |
9 |
SHAO YAO SAN, SHAO YAO TANG Dosage
Granules: 2-4 grams, taken 2-3 times a day, dissolved in liquid, best on an empty stomach, or as prescribed
Whole Herbs: Using a container made of ceramic, glass, or stainless steel (no aluminum, iron or copper) boil 1 packet of herbs in 2-3 quarts of water for about 30 minutes, or until 2 cups of medicine remain. Strain herbs; save and refrigerate for a possible second boiling. (Good quality herbs can be boiled a second time.) Drink 1 cup in the AM. And 1 cup in the PM. If desired, repeat the following day, using the saved herbs from the refrigerator.
* What’s the Difference Between, PIAN, WAN, TANG, SAN, SHUI and GAO?
- PIAN = Tablet (modern looking pill)
- WAN = Pill (old-style or handmade pill, or black teapill)
- TANG = Water Decoction (boiled whole herbs)
- SAN = Powder (milled or granulated)
- SHUI = Tincture (extract with alcohol or other solvent)
- GAO = Paste (topical unguent or plaster)
These statements haven't been evaluated by the US Food and Drug Administration. Products are described for educational purposes and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.