Can I take Notoginseng powder if I have high uric acid levels?

Jul 16, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I heard that Sanqi powder is good for the human body. I personally already have high uric acid levels. I would like to ask, is it okay to take Sanqi powder if I have high uric acid?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Patients with high uric acid levels can consume Sanqi powder, but should do so cautiously and under the guidance of a physician. Sanqi powder, a traditional Chinese herbal medicine, has various benefits including promoting blood circulation to remove blood stasis and reducing swelling and pain. Appropriate consumption can be beneficial to health, and Sanqi powder itself does not directly cause an increase in uric acid levels. However, patients with elevated uric acid should be cautious when consuming Sanqi powder. It is recommended to use it under medical supervision, adjusting the dosage according to individual health conditions and physical constitution, while closely monitoring changes in uric acid levels. At the same time, patients with high uric acid should also pay attention to dietary control, avoid high-purine foods such as seafood and animal offal, and drink plenty of water to help promote uric acid excretion.