Shao Fu Zhu Yu Tang
Overview
Shao Fu Zhu Yu Tang originated from Wang Qingren’s Yi Lin Gai Cuo in the Qing dynasty and is a classic gynecological formula for warming the channels, invigorating Blood, dispelling Cold, and relieving pain.
Formula Composition
Common ingredients include fennel fruit, dried ginger, corydalis tuber, myrrh, Chinese angelica root, Sichuan lovage rhizome, cassia bark or cinnamon bark, red peony root, cattail pollen, and Trogopterus feces.
Note: The names, processing methods, and specific proportions of the medicinal ingredients may vary among different sources and dosage forms; refer to the actual product instructions.
Traditional Actions and Indications
Traditionally used for manifestations of Cold congealing and Blood stasis in the lower abdomen, including menstrual abdominal pain, dark menstrual blood with clots, cold and painful lower abdominal discomfort, or postpartum Blood stasis obstruction.
Precautions
- This formula contains multiple herbs that invigorate Blood; pregnant individuals or those who suspect pregnancy should not use it without professional guidance.
- Those with excessive menstrual bleeding or bleeding disorders, or those currently taking anticoagulant or antiplatelet medications, should exercise caution.
- Severe abdominal pain, abnormal vaginal bleeding, or abdominal pain during pregnancy requires timely gynecological evaluation.
- Consult a doctor regarding use before or after surgery.