Can I take Nujin Pills during my menstrual period?

Generally, Nu Jin Wan can be taken under medical advice during menstruation when the menstrual flow is normal and corresponds to the pattern of deficiency of both qi and blood. However, it should be avoided if there is excessive menstrual bleeding or damp-heat with blood stasis. If in doubt, it is recommended to consult a healthcare provider in advance. Detailed analysis is as follows:

Nu Jin Wan contains ingredients such as Angelica sinensis (Dang Gui) and White Peony Root (Bai Shao), which nourish the blood and regulate menstruation. It functions to warm and supplement qi and blood, regulate menstruation, and relieve pain, thereby alleviating menstrual discomfort caused by cold or physical weakness and improving symptoms such as poor menstrual flow or fatigue. If symptoms such as reduced menstrual flow, pale complexion, or fatigue arise during menstruation due to blood and qi deficiency, short-term use of this medicine after TCM pattern identification may help relieve symptoms. However, it must be used strictly according to the prescribed dosage to avoid excessive tonification that may hinder natural menstrual discharge.

If women experience excessive menstrual bleeding, prolonged duration of menstruation, or other abnormal symptoms during their period, Nu Jin Wan should not be taken. This medicine is primarily warming and tonifying in nature and may exacerbate menstrual blood loss or lead to further depletion of qi and blood, thus affecting health. Additionally, some individuals may be sensitive to certain components of the formula and may experience adverse effects such as indigestion or other discomfort after taking the medicine. Therefore, caution should be exercised in determining whether this medicine is suitable based on individual conditions.

During menstruation while taking Nu Jin Wan, dietary restrictions should be observed. Avoid consuming raw, cold, spicy, greasy, or other irritating foods, as they may interfere with the medicine's effectiveness or worsen physical discomfort.