
Nei Xiao Luo Li Wan - Prunella & Scrophularia Formula
Nei Xiao Luo Li Wan also known as Prunella & Scrophularia Formula
TCM ACTIONS
Clears Heat, resolves Phlegm, breaks up Blood stasis to soften and reduce masses.
INDICATIONS
Lymphadenitis, mammary dysplasia (fibrocystic breast disease), non-malignant breast tumour, adenoma (e.g. breast adenoma), multi-nodular goitre, early stage carbuncle or furuncle, small uterine fibroids, small lipomas.
SIGNS & SYMPTOMS
Palpable mass or nodule, Location may be: under the skin, neck or breast, Mass may be soft or firm, painless or tender, Wiry pulse.
ACTIONS OF THE MAIN HERBS
Prunella flowering top is used orally in formulas for the treatment of a wide variety of disorders including: nodular goitre, eye diseases, breast cancer, headaches, hypertension, facial paralysis, tuberculosis of the lungs, vaginal infection, acute hepatitis. It has been shown to have the following actions: diuretic effects, hypotensive, antibiotic, antifungal, antiinflammatory, immune system suppressor, anticholesterolemic. Scrophularia root is used orally in formulas to treat febrile illnesses, constipation, and various disorders characterised by swelling. It has been shown to have the following actions: antihypertensive, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, sedative, anti-pyretic, mild laxative, hypoglycemic.
DOSAGE & COURSE OF TREATMENT
8 - 12 pills, 3 times daily, half to one hour away from food. In severe cases and in the early stages of treatment (first 2 – 4 weeks) the dosage may be increased by 50 - 100%. Course of treatment: 3 – 9 months
CAUTIONS & CONTRAINDICATIONS
Medical diagnosis of any abnormal mass is very important, especially if it is increasing in size, to determine whether or not there is a serious or life-threatening condition. Not to be used during pregnancy.
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