Anemone pulsatilla vs Tokishakuyakusan

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Anemone pulsatilla

Womens Health

Angelica sinensis + Paeonia formula

Womens Health

Anemone pulsatilla

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Tokishakuyakusan

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

European and North American anemone used in homeopathy and traditional medicine for respiratory and nervous conditions.

Classic Kampo formula combining Dang Gui and Bai Shao with other herbs; one of the most prescribed Kampo formulas for women's health.

Active Compounds

anemonin, ranunculin, saponins

ligustilide, paeoniflorin, phthalides, atractylone, alisol

Traditional Uses

Respiratory catarrh, Nervous conditions, Menstrual irregularity

Women's blood deficiency in Kampo, Menstrual irregularity, Cold constitution in women, Widely prescribed in Japanese gynecology

Modern Uses

Homeopathic preparations, Antispasmodic research

Estrogenic activity research, Blood tonic, Analgesic for dysmenorrhea, Neuroprotective research

Adult Dosage

Very small doses under supervision

Standardized Kampo granule extracts as directed

Contraindications

Fresh plant very toxic, Pregnancy contraindicated

Pregnancy, Anticoagulant medications

Side Effects

GI irritation, Systemic toxicity

GI upset, Blood thinning

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E