Traditional Chinese Medicine · China · c. 200 BCE
Takes Ongoing
Rehmannia and anemarrhena formula
Zhi Bai Di Huang Wan (知柏地黃丸)
Practitioner-ledDose set by a qualified practitioner.
Reduces vaginal dryness, hot flushes and night sweats in the perimenopausal transition.
What it is
One classical blend of 8 herbs. In practice you buy it as a single product, granules or a made-up decoction pack, not the herbs one by one.
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How to take it
- 1Take the dose set by a qualified TCM practitioner as granules twice daily
- 2Continue for at least 4 weeks. Consult your practitioner if symptoms do not ease, or if you have heavy menstrual bleeding or an active respiratory infection
Educational information, not a prescription. Any amount named in a study or on a pack is for a pharmacist, GP or qualified practitioner to confirm for you.