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Huang Lian Shang Ching Pian ()

What does Huang Lian Shang Ching Pian do?

Huang Lian Shang Ching Pian is a Chinese Medicinal formula that is used in the treatment of fever, tonsilitis, mouth ulcers, swollen gums, conjunctivitis, toothache, ear infections, brochitis, and early stages of pnemonia. It is utilized when a patient has been diagnosed as having Wind-Heat syndrome cuasing inflamation in the upper body. It has also been used to treat parotitis, otiti media, pulmanary abscess, and various skin infections (boils, hives, rashes, etc.). It is thopught to send the "Heat" out though the lower body, promoting bowel movement and thus has also been used for releif of constipation.

Should my health care professional be advised before I take Huang Lian Shang Ching Pian?

It is always good to keep your health care practitioner updated on medications, herbals, supplements or other therapies you may be participating in. They should be consulted first if you have any of these conditions: A tendency towards allergic reactions to other medicines, herbs, foods, dyes, or preservatives.

Are there other times my health care professional needs to be advised before I Huang Lian Shang Ching Pian?

They should be consulted first if: If you are pregnant or trying to get pregnant. Breast-feeding. If you plan to administer this herb to a child.

When is Huang Lian Shang Ching Pian contraindicated?

If you are pregnant. If you are suffering from diarrhea.

How should I take this product?

Take Huang Lian Shang Ching Pian Pills by mouth. Swallow the pills with a large drink of warm water.

What should the dosage be?

Dosages are usually based on the individual, severity of the symptoms and the type of problem. Generally, 4 pills 1-2x daily

What other medicines may interact with Huang Lian Shang Ching Pian?

Unknown

What side effects may I notice from taking Huang Lian Shang Ching Pian?

If you experience any uncomfortable side effects, stop usage immediately and report them to your health care professional. Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (stop usage and report it to your health care professional if they are continuing or bothersome): Diarrhea (lower the dosage immediately or stop using) Allergic reaction

What do I need to watch out for with Huang Lian Shang Ching Pian?

Huang Lian Shang Ching Pian should not be taken over a large period of time. There are many different brands of Chinese patent medicines/formulas and as with medicinal herbs, care should be taken with purchasing. Incorrectly labeled products and/or the presence of contaminants, adulterations, or substitutions have all been reported in conjunction with Chinese patent medicines. Contaminants s.c. as heavy metals and/or substitutions with pharmaceutical drugs (over the counter and prescription) are a serious health hazard. Use of known, recommended brands may reduce this possibility. See "Chinese Patent Medicines: Warning"

Where can I keep this product?

Keep out of the reach of children in a container that small children cannot open. Store at room temperature between 15 and 30°C (59 and 86°F) unless otherwise listed If there is an expiration date listed on the product, throw away the unused portion after the expiration date

Can you tell me a little more about Huang Lian Shang Ching Pian?

Huang Lien Shang Ching Pien is a Chinese Medicinal Formula that is listed in "Arcane Essential From the Imperial Library" (Wai Tai Bai Yao) by Dr. Wang Tao, 752AD.AD.

Usual Ingredients:

Huang Lian Coptidis Rhizome Chuan Xiong Ligustici Wallichii Rhizome
Jing Je Schizonepetae Tenuifoliae - Herb and Flower Fang Feng Ledebouriellae Sesloidis - Root
Huang Qin Scutellariae Baicalensis - Root Jie Geng Pltycodi Grandiflori - Root
Shi Gao Gympsum Ju Hua Chrysanthemi Morifoli - Flower
Bai Zhi Angelicae - Root Gan Cao Glycyrrhizae Uralensis -Root
Da Huang Rhei - Rhizome Man Jing Zi Viticis - Fruit

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