What are the ingredients of Xiaoyao Pills?

May 21, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. He Haochen
Introduction
The main ingredients of Xiaoyao Pills include white peony root (Bai Shao), Chinese angelica (Dang Gui), Sichuan lovage rhizome (Chuan Xiong), and Lycium fruit (Gou Qi Zi), among others. Specifically: Bai Shao has effects such as promoting blood circulation to relieve pain, regulating menstruation, alleviating pain, clearing heat, and detoxifying; it can soothe the liver, relieve pain, and help stabilize emotions. Dang Gui nourishes qi and blood, regulates menstruation, relieves pain, promotes blood circulation, and resolves blood stasis; thus, it helps regulate qi and blood flow and alleviate discomfort. Avoid consuming raw, cold, or excessively greasy foods.

Xiaoyao Pills mainly consist of Paeoniae Radix Alba, Angelica sinensis, Chuanxiong Rhizoma, Lycium fruit, and other ingredients. A detailed analysis is as follows:

1. Paeoniae Radix Alba (White Peony Root)

Paeoniae Radix Alba has effects such as promoting blood circulation to relieve pain, regulating menstruation, clearing heat, and detoxifying. It can soothe the liver, alleviate pain, and help regulate emotions.

2. Angelica sinensis (Danggui)

Angelica sinensis nourishes blood and vital energy, regulates menstruation, relieves pain, and promotes blood circulation to remove blood stasis. It helps balance qi and blood and alleviate discomfort.

3. Chuanxiong Rhizoma (Ligusticum wallichii)

Chuanxiong Rhizoma promotes blood circulation, removes blood stasis, relaxes tendons and improves meridian flow, and relieves pain. It can effectively alleviate menstrual pain, muscle aches, and similar symptoms.

4. Lycium Fruit (Goji Berry)

Lycium fruit nourishes the liver and kidneys, improves vision, and provides antioxidant benefits. It supports liver and kidney health and enhances eyesight.

In addition to the above ingredients, Xiaoyao Pills also contain licorice, mint, ginger, and others. Xiaoyao Pills have multiple therapeutic effects, including emotional regulation, pain relief, and nourishing the liver and kidneys. The medication should be taken under the guidance of a qualified physician; self-medication is not recommended to avoid adverse reactions. During treatment, attention should be paid to diet—avoid raw, cold, or excessively greasy foods such as chilled beverages and fatty meats.


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