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.)

Trichomonas Vaginitis Wash

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Herbs And Actions

Pharmaceutical Latin Pin Yin Dosage Actions
Rx. Sophorae Flavescentis Ku Shen 30g Disperses Wind, kills parasites and stops itching topically.
Fr. Cnidii She Chuang Zi 30g Dries Dampness, kills parasites and stops itching topically.
Rx. Stemonae Bai Bu 15g Expel parasites and kills lice.
With Ku Shen, as an external wash for lice.
Rz. Coptidis Huang Lian 9g Clears Heat topically.
Rx. Alocasiae seu Euphorbiae Lang Du 6g Kills Intestinal parasites and alleviates pain.

Formula Actions

  • Clears Heat
  • Eliminates Dampness
  • Kills parasites
  • Stops vaginal discharge

Syndromes

  • Damp-Heat

Clinical Manifestations

  • Yellow vaginal discharge
  • Discharge is spongy and frothy
  • Discharge may cloudy or turbid
  • Discharge may be accompanied by a foul smell
  • Short, reddish urination
  • Intense vaginal itching which is difficult to bear
  • T: Reddish
  • C: Yellow
  • P: Slippery

Treats

  • Trichomonas vaginitis

Contraindications And Herb/Drug Interactions

CONTRAINDICATIONS
HERB/DRUG INTERACTIONS

Notes

  • Decoct and use both as a fumigant and a wash, twice daily for seven days.

Modifications

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