Can Chuanxiong Tea Regulating Powder treat headaches caused by air conditioning?

Feb 14, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lv Zhiqin
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, Chuanxiong Cha Tiao San can treat headaches caused by air conditioning. Chuanxiong Cha Tiao San consists of multiple traditional Chinese herbs, including Chuanxiong (Rhizoma Chuanxiong), Baizhi (Radix Angelicae Dahuricae), Qianghuo (Rhizoma et Radix Notopterygii), Xixin (Herba Asari), Fangfeng (Radix Saposhnikoviae), Bohe (Herba Menthae), Jingjie (Herba Schizonepetae), and Gancao (Radix Glycyrrhizae), among others. It has functions of dispersing wind to relieve pain, reducing fever, and anti-inflammatory effects. It is primarily used to treat headaches caused by external contraction of wind pathogen, as well as associated symptoms of colds such as chills, fever, and nasal congestion.

Generally speaking, Chuanxiong Cha Tiao San can treat headaches caused by air conditioning. The detailed explanation is as follows:

Chuanxiong Cha Tiao San consists of multiple traditional Chinese herbs, including Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong), Baizhi (Angelica dahurica), Qianghuo (Notopterygium root), Xixin (Asarum), Fangfeng (Saposhnikovia root), Bohe (Mentha), Jingjie (Schizonepeta), Gancao (Licorice), and others. This formula can dispel wind pathogens, relieve pain, reduce fever, and resist inflammation. It is primarily used to treat headaches caused by external wind invasion, along with symptoms of cold sensitivity, fever, and nasal congestion associated with the common cold. Headaches caused by air conditioning typically occur due to prolonged exposure to air conditioning, resulting in wind-cold invasion of the head area, which subsequently causes headache. Additionally, rooms with air conditioning are usually enclosed, with poor air circulation, which may also lead to oxygen deficiency in the body, thereby worsening headache symptoms.

Ingredients in Chuanxiong Cha Tiao San, such as Chuanxiong and Baizhi, have the effect of dispersing wind pathogens and relieving pain, which can alleviate headaches caused by wind-cold invasion of the head. The herbal components in Chuanxiong Cha Tiao San can also improve blood circulation, helping to relieve cerebral hypoxia caused by poor air circulation in air-conditioned rooms. Furthermore, Chuanxiong Cha Tiao San has anti-inflammatory properties that can reduce inflammatory responses associated with headaches.

When using Chuanxiong Cha Tiao San to treat air conditioning-related headaches, it is important to follow the advice of a physician. In addition, complementary treatments such as warm compresses, massage, and improving room ventilation can also be combined with the formula to enhance therapeutic effectiveness.