Can I take Sanqi powder after recovering from COVID-19?

Mar 28, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Guo Xiheng

Introduction

"Yang Kang Hou" usually refers to the period after recovery from a positive diagnosis of novel coronavirus infection. Generally, it is acceptable to take Sanqi powder (Notoginseng powder) during this stage. Sanqi powder has beneficial effects in promoting blood circulation, relieving pain, resolving blood stasis, and stopping bleeding, making it suitable for treating various types of hemorrhagic conditions. After recovering from a positive COVID-19 diagnosis, if blood stasis occurs due to certain bodily factors, Sanqi powder may be used under medical guidance to help alleviate symptoms, and it typically does not adversely affect the disease course.

Recovery after testing positive for COVID-19 usually refers to the convalescent period following a confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infection. During this time, individuals may generally take Sanqi powder (Notoginseng powder). The details are as follows:

Sanqi powder is a traditional Chinese medicine known for its effectiveness in promoting blood circulation, relieving pain, resolving blood stasis, and stopping bleeding. Clinically, it is commonly used to treat and improve various hemorrhagic conditions, such as swelling and pain due to blood stasis, traumatic injuries, and other symptoms caused by obstructed blood flow. After recovering from a positive COVID-19 diagnosis, if an individual develops blood stasis due to certain factors, Sanqi powder may be taken under medical guidance to help alleviate symptoms, and it typically does not adversely affect the disease course.

When using Sanqi powder, it is important to avoid excessive dosage, as this may lead to side effects such as frequent nausea and vomiting, or even induce a tendency to bleed, manifesting as blood in sputum or abnormally heavy menstrual bleeding.

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