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Corydalis Decoction

Chinese Prescription: Yan Hu Suo Tang

English Translation: Corydalis Decoction

Formula Type: Invigorate the Blood and Dispel Blood Stasis

Actions: Invigorates the blood, moves the qi, alleviates pain.

Indications: For qi stagnation & blood stasis in women due to damage by any one of the seven emotions, manifesting as chest & abdominal pain radiating downward in to the lower back & flanks, or upward along the spine & severe spasms. All of these pains will be stabbing in nature. The menses will be late or irregular. Can also be used for any type of pain due to stimulation of qi & blood stagnation. This formula focuses to an equal extent on qi stagnation & blood stasis. It is therefore widely used in gynecology to treat all kinds of pain.

Contraindications: Contraindicated during pregnanacy.

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