Side Effects of White Peony Root
Disease description:
Recently, my complexion has been particularly poor, and my menstrual cycle has been irregular. I visited the hospital and was prescribed some traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for regulation. Upon checking the prescription, I noticed it contains *Paeonia lactiflora* root (Bai Shao). Could you please tell me what side effects *Paeonia lactiflora* root may have?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
The side effects of *Paeonia lactiflora* (Bai Shao) stem from its cold nature; excessive dosage may overwhelm the gastrointestinal tract, leading to diarrhea—especially in patients with spleen and stomach deficiency. Therefore, the dosage of *Paeonia lactiflora* must be carefully adjusted for such individuals to avoid adverse reactions. Additionally, if a rash develops during treatment with *Paeonia lactiflora*, close monitoring is required, as it may impede the proper eruption of the rash. Hence, *Paeonia lactiflora* should be used judiciously, tailored to the individual patient’s specific condition.
