What traditional Chinese patent medicines and simple preparations is suitable for menopause

Climacteric women can take Kunbao Pill, Gengnian An Tablet, Jingxin Oral Liquid, Liuwei Dihuang Pill, Xiaoyao Pill and other traditional Chinese patent medicines and simple preparations for conditioning under the guidance of doctors. Menopausal syndrome is often caused by kidney deficiency, liver depression, and yin-yang imbalance, manifested as symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia, and restlessness. Medications should be selected based on syndrome differentiation.

1. Kunbao Pill

Kunbao Pill is composed of Ligustrum lucidum, Eclipta alba, and Paeonia lactiflora. It has the effects of nourishing the liver and kidneys, calming the nerves, and is suitable for menopausal syndrome of liver and kidney yin deficiency. This medicine can alleviate symptoms such as dizziness, tinnitus, soreness and weakness in the waist and knees, and restlessness and heat in the five hearts, and has a certain regulatory effect on anxiety emotions associated with menstrual disorders. Avoid eating spicy and stimulating foods during use.

2. Gengnian An Tablets

Gengnian An Tablets contain ingredients such as Rehmannia glutinosa, Alisma, and Paeonia lactiflora, which can nourish yin, clear heat, relieve annoyance, and calm the mind. They are mainly used to treat menopausal symptoms of yin deficiency and internal heat type. The effect is better for patients with obvious night sweats, palpitations, insomnia, and fever in the hands, feet, and heart. People with spleen and stomach deficiency and cold should use it with caution, and maintain emotional stability during medication.

III. Jingxin Oral Liquid

Jingxin Oral Liquid is mainly made from sour jujube kernels, Danshen, and Schisandra chinensis, and has the effects of nourishing the heart, calming the mind, soothing the liver, and relieving depression. It is suitable for menopausal patients with excessive heart and liver fire. It can improve symptoms such as difficulty falling asleep, frequent dreaming and easy awakening, and chest and rib distension. Not suitable to be taken together with cold medicine, as slight stomach discomfort may occur after consumption.

Four and Six Flavor Dihuang Pills

Six Flavor Dihuang Pills is a classic prescription for nourishing kidney yin. It is composed of six medicinal materials, such as prepared Dihuang, cornus officinalis, and Chinese yam. It is suitable for hot flashes, blushes, dizziness, and tinnitus caused by kidney yin deficiency. Long term staying up late or overworked individuals have better results when taking it, but it should be suspended during periods of cold and fever.

V. Xiaoyao Pill

Xiaoyao Pill contains ingredients such as Chaihu, Danggui, and Baishao, which can soothe the liver and spleen, nourish the blood and regulate menstruation. It is particularly suitable for menopausal syndrome of liver qi stagnation type. It can alleviate symptoms such as emotional depression, breast tenderness, and menstrual disorders. During the medication period, it is necessary to avoid emotional excitement and maintain a regular schedule.

In addition to standardized medication, it is recommended that menopausal women consume soy products daily to supplement with phytoestrogens, and consume moderate amounts of calming ingredients such as lilies and lotus seeds. Persist in brisk walking, yoga, and exercise to ensure adequate sleep. Regularly monitor blood pressure and bone density, and seek medical attention promptly in case of severe emotional disorders or abnormal bleeding. The use of drugs should strictly follow the dialectical guidance of traditional Chinese medicine practitioners, and avoid taking a variety of traditional Chinese patent medicines and simple preparations by yourself.