Sundance Acupuncture

Herb & Acupuncture Database

(This is my own personal database of teachers, teachings and notes that I use in my practice. I’ve decided to share it freely with anyone who would like to reference it.)

Infertility #28

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Herbs And Actions

Pharmaceutical Latin Pin Yin Dosage Actions
Rx. Angelicae Sinensis Dang Gui 3-15g Tonifies, invigorates and harmonizes the Blood and regulates the menses.
Rx. Paeoniae Rubra Chi Shao 4.5-15g Clears Heat, Cools the Blood, Dispels Blood Stasis, Invigorates the Blood, Relieves pain.
Rz. Corydalis Yan Hu Suo 3-12g Invigorates the Blood, circulates Qi and stops pain.
Lignum Sappan Su Mu 3-10g Alleviates pain, Dispels Blood Stasis, Invigorates Blood circulation, Opens the channels, Reduces swellings.
Fr. Luffae Retinervus Si Gua Lou 6-15g Reduces swelling, Resolves toxicity, Unblocks the channels and collaterals in the breast.

Formula Actions

  • Invigorates the Blood
  • Promotes Qi circulation
  • Dispels Stasis
  • Regulates menstruation

Syndromes

  • Blood Stagnation

Clinical Manifestations

  • Infertility
  • Irregular and painful periods or
  • Delayed menstruation with decreased menses or
  • Dysmenorrhea
  • The menses may become dark purple in color and contain many clots
  • May be abdominal pain with guarding
  • Pain in the lower abdomen
  • Irritability
  • Manic behavior
  • Frequent abdominal pain
  • Mental restlessness
  • T: Purple or Pale with purple dots
  • C: Normal
  • P: Wiry or Choppy or Thin and wiry or Taut and thready

Treats

  • Infertility

Contraindications And Herb/Drug Interactions

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HERB/DRUG INTERACTIONS

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For educational reference only; not a substitute for care from a qualified practitioner.