
Shu Jing Huo Xue Wan - Clematis, Cinnamon & Acanthopanacis Combination
Shu Jin Huo Xue Wan also known as Clematis & Stephania Formula
TCM ACTIONS
Activates the Blood and dispels stasis, dispels Wind-Damp to unblock the Channels and alleviate pain.
INDICATIONS
Osteoarthritis – acute exacerbations, active rheumatoid arthritis, acute muscular sprain, lumbodynia, sciatica.
SIGNS & SYMPTOMS
Arthralgia (i.e. joint pain), Myalgia (i.e. muscle pain), Reduced mobility, Joint swelling, Paresthesia (i.e. tingling, prickling) or numbness, Tongue may be dark or with purple spots, Pulse is wiry or choppy
ACTIONS OF THE MAIN HERBS
Clematis root is used orally in formulas to treat various arthritic and rheumatic conditions. It has been shown to have antispasmodic, analgesic, and hypoglycemic actions. Stephania root is used orally in formulas to treat various arthritic and rheumatic conditions, as well as to treat oedema. It has been shown to have anti-inflammatory, analgesic, diuretic, anti-allergic, hypotensive and immunodepressant actions.
DOSAGE & COURSE OF TREATMENT
As directed by your medical practitioner
CAUTIONS & CONTRAINDICATIONS
Avoid foods that may aggravate arthritis (e.g. sugar, caffeine, citrus, salt, red meat, dairy products, additives, soft drinks, white flour, nightshades, white potatoes), smoking, saturated fats and hydrogenated fats. Caution for those on anti- oagulant medications (i.e. heparin, warfarin or aspirin). Not to be used during pregnancy.
CONTENTS
200 pills/bottle
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