(Cinnamon
Twig & Poria Pill)
This
formula comes from Zhang Zhong-jing=s late Han dynasty Essentials from the
Golden Cabinet (Jin Gui Yao Lue). Our version is a 10:1 powdered extract in
500mg gelatin capsules.
Rx |
|
Chi Shao (Radix Rubra Paeoniae) |
136
mg |
Gui Zhi (Ramulus Cinnamomi) |
91 |
Fu Ling (Poria) |
91 |
Mu Dan Pi (Cortex Moutan) |
91 |
Tao Ren (Semen Persicae) |
91 |
Functions
Quickens the blood and transforms stasis, disperses concretions and
conglomerations
Indications
Uterine blood stasis manifesting as endometriosis, dysmenorrhea, amenorrhea,
postpartum retention of lochia, ovarian cysts, fallopian tube blockage, chronic
salpingitis, menorrhagia or metrorrhagia, polycystic ovarian syndrome, uterine
myomas, and chronic pelvic inflammatory disease
Signs & symptoms of uterine blood stasis include:
Palpable hard lumps in the lower abdomen
Lower abdominal pain which is severe, fixed in location, and/or piercing in
nature
Dysmenorrhea, typically just before or at the beginning of menstruation
Clots in the menstruate
Retention of lochia postpartum
A dark, possibly purplish tongue
Possible static speckles or macules
A bowstring, choppy pulse
Formula explanation
Within this formula, Tao Ren, Chi Shao, and Mu Dan Pi quicken
the blood and dispel stasis. Gui Zhi warms the channels and/or menses
and thereby helps move the qi and blood. Fu Ling seeps dampness and
transforms phlegm. Because it leads the yang qi into the yin tract (i.e.,
promotes urination), it also helps move the qi and blood downward.
Dosage
Three capsules two times per day equal not less that 30 grams of bulk medicinals.
However, because our extraction process is much more efficient than stovetop
decoction, we believe this amount of our extract is actually more like the
equivalent of 45-60 grams of bulk-dispensed herbs.
My patient does present the signs and symptoms of: |
Uterine blood stasis |
Yes No |