Is Huoxiang Zhengqi Water effective for psoriasis?

Jul 09, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I have been diagnosed with psoriasis and would like to use Huoxiang Zhengqi Water for treatment. Is Huoxiang Zhengqi Water effective for psoriasis?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Xiaoyan
Huo Xiang Zheng Qi Shui (Agastache Wholesome Water) has no therapeutic effect on psoriasis. Psoriasis, also known as psoriasis vulgaris, is a chronic inflammatory skin disease characterized by distinctive skin lesions and a tendency to recur. Its main symptoms include skin rashes, red patches, and dry, silvery-white scaling. In severe cases, skin lesions and pain may also occur. Huo Xiang Zheng Qi Shui is a traditional Chinese medicine primarily used to relieve gastrointestinal discomfort such as indigestion, vomiting, and diarrhea, and to alleviate travel-related discomfort such as motion sickness. It has no direct therapeutic effect on psoriasis. The treatment of psoriasis requires individualized plans tailored to its complex causes and clinical manifestations. It generally involves various approaches, including topical medications, systemic medications, and physical therapy. Therefore, patients with psoriasis should visit the dermatology department of a正规 hospital and follow standardized treatment guided by a physician. It is important not to blindly use Huo Xiang Zheng Qi Shui or other non-therapeutic medications, which may delay treatment or cause unnecessary side effects.