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Product Name Historical uses Category Issued
Dong Quai
Angelica sinensis.		 Analgesic, emmenagogue, estrogenic, hypotensive, sedative. Single product July 1996
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Common Names:
Dong Quai, Tang-Kuei.

Parts Used:
Roots.

Historical Uses:
Dong Quai has a tremendous reputation in Chinese herbal medicine and has been used for centuries to treat gynecologic problems (menstrual cramps, irregular menses, etc.) and general female ailments.1 Dong Quai is said to contain an estrogenic compound that may help balance estrogen levels in women.2 Thus, it has been used to treat endometriosis, vaginal dryness, vaginal infections, pelvic congestion and to relieve premenstrual syndromes and menopause.2 During the middle ages, it was used as an antispasmodic, a "blood purifier" and to manage hypertension, rheumatisms, ulcers, anemia and constipation.1

Contraindications:
Avoid using Dong Quai during pregnancy.

Adverse reactions:
None.

Dosage:
Menstrual disorders: begin taking 40 drops to 1 tablespoon three times per day after meals, 10 days before and throughout menstruation. Maintenance: 40 drops per day. In cases of endometriosis: 40 to 80 drops three times per day internally and 80 drops three times per day applied externally to lower abdominal area. Use with a good bowel management program.

References:
Dr. A. B. Howard, Herbal Extracts,1990; S. Talalaj & Dr A.S. Czechowicz, Herbal Remedies Harmful and Beneficial Effects, Hill of Content, Melbourne, 1989; Product Status Manuel, Health Canada, 1993.





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1 The Lawrence Review of Natural Products
2 Dr. A. B. Howard, Herbal Extracts,1990, p.44.
This information is not intended to substitute medical advice regarding medical problems, diagnosis, treatments or healing of diseases or other physical and mental problems. This work is about historical observations and historical information relating to herbs. It is not the author's intention to establish prescriptions and/or diagnosis. The author and publisher deny responsibility in case of auto-prescription without former authorization of a physician.