Xiao Yao San (Free and Easy Wanderer)

Description

Xiao Yao San (Tangkuei & Bupluerum Powder, Rambling Powder, Free and Easy Wanderer Powder) – For Both Men and Women

Function of the Formula:
Soothes the Liver, spreads liver qi, nourishes blood, harmonizes the liver and spleen, strengthens the spleen (Liver qi stagnation with blood deficiency and spleen deficiency)

Symptoms that are indicated for this formula:
Headache, dizziness, vertigo, fatigue, dry mouth and eyes, bitter taste in the mouth, anorexia, frequent sighing, menstrual cramps, breast tenderness, irritability, depression, mood swings, heavy head, palpitations, cold hands and feet, anxiety, abdominal bloating, painful menstruation, shoulder and back pain, chills and fever, diarrhea, constipation

Related Biomedical Applications (**This formula is for liver qi stagnation and is not used to treat, cure, diagnose or prevent disease):
PMS – premenstrual syndrome, scanty, delayed or irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, breast lumps, breast cancer, anemia, uterine bleeding, breast tenderness, irritability, chronic fatigue, acid reflux, cough, fever, nausea, vomiting, vertigo, dizziness, headache, insomnia, depression and anxiety disorders

Herbs: chai hu, dang gui, bai shao, bai zhu, fu ling, zhi gan cao, bo he, sheng jiang

Contraindications:
Caution during pregnancy, acute illness such as cold or flu

A typical daily dose is between 5 and 15 grams or 1-3 teaspoons. 200 grams is the equivalent of 400 – 500mg capsules. Formula should be taken in two equally divided doses throughout the day and is mixed with water or juice and swallowed.

For chronic conditions, herbs may need to be taken for 2 weeks up to 2-3 months to see lasting progress.