Is it necessary to have a doctor's guidance for the Sanfu Patch?

Jul 30, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Introduction
In general, whether the administration of Sanfu patches requires medical guidance depends on the specific circumstances. For healthy individuals using them for the first time, medical supervision is usually necessary. However, for those who have used them long-term and clearly understand their own indications, real-time medical guidance may not be required. During application of the Sanfu patches, it is important to keep the treated area clean and dry, avoiding contact with water and scratching.

Generally speaking, whether the Sanfu Patch needs to be used under a doctor's guidance depends on the specific circumstances. If the user is in good health and using it for the first time, medical guidance is usually necessary. However, for those who have used it long-term and clearly understand their own suitability and response to the treatment, real-time medical supervision may not be required. Detailed explanations are as follows:

If using the Sanfu Patch for the first time, or if the individual has an allergic constitution or underlying medical conditions, medical guidance is necessary. A doctor can select appropriate acupoints based on the individual's constitution, determine the duration of application and the medication formulation, and help avoid adverse reactions such as skin allergies or swelling caused by improper application, thus ensuring safe usage.

If the Sanfu Patch has been used long-term without adverse reactions, and the individual is familiar with the appropriate acupoints and application techniques, real-time medical guidance may not be necessary. However, it is still important to strictly follow application guidelines, control the duration of each application, and discontinue use promptly if any mild discomfort occurs.

During the use of the Sanfu Patch, it is important to keep the application area clean and dry, avoiding contact with water and scratching. After application, avoid consuming cold or spicy foods and minimize strenuous physical activity. If mild redness or itching occurs at the application site, reduce the duration of application appropriately to maintain skin health.