Si Wu Tang Patent vs Millettia reticulata

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Si Wu Tang Patent

Four Substance Decoction

Womens Health

Womens Health

Si Wu Tang Patent

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Millettia reticulata

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

TCM most important blood-nourishing formula for women.

TCM herb Ji Xue Teng (similar to M. dielsiana); activates blood, dispels stasis, used for irregular menses.

Active Compounds

Ligustilide, Ferulic acid, Paeoniflorin, Catalpol

medicarpin, formononetin, flavonoids, saponins, tannins

Traditional Uses

Blood deficiency, Menstrual irregularity, Anemia, Dull complexion

menstrual irregularity, blood stasis, joint pain, anemia, numbness

Modern Uses

Blood builder, Menstrual regulator, Iron absorption enhancer

emmenagogue, anti-anemic, anti-rheumatic, blood activating

Adult Dosage

4-6 tablets 3x daily or standard decoction

9-15g dried stem tea 2x/day

Contraindications

Pregnancy, Acute infections, Diarrhea

pregnancy (emmenagogue), anticoagulants

Side Effects

GI upset, Loose stools

GI upset, increased menstrual flow

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E