During pregnancy, Traditional Chinese Medicine FAQ

Is Hou Po Safe During Pregnancy? Concerns at 25 Weeks

Pregnancy Week 25 - Questions about Magnolia Bark Herbal Medicine I am currently 25 weeks pregnant and have been seeing a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner to regulate my body since before pregnancy. Recently, I have been experiencing severe bloating, and my doctor prescr...

Dr. Zhang Chunfang Reply:
Hello: If you have any concerns, please stop taking the medication immediately and discuss it with your traditional Chinese medicine practitioner. Wishing you good health, Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine. We care about you.

Long-Term Use of Traditional Chinese Medicine for High Blood Pressure: Is It Safe?

Traditional Chinese Medicine Consultation I apologize for the inquiry. Due to high blood pressure during childbirth, I have been taking traditional Chinese medicine for body recovery and have not taken Western medicine. It has been 5 years now, and the doctor has prescribed Bu Ya...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear Anonymous User: Traditional Chinese medicine has fewer side effects compared to Western medicine, but it is not without side effects. Without knowing your pulse condition and the balance of cold and heat in your body, it is impossible to definitively state how this medicine ...

Concerns About Using Medications During Pregnancy: A Guide

Medication Use During Pregnancy I am currently 13 weeks pregnant. This week, I used Mentholatum ointment and Guangdong Mugwort powder four times each, and only after using them did I realize that the Mentholatum contains camphor and the Guangdong Mugwort powder contains borneol. ...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear online friend Yang Yang, Thank you for your letter! You are currently 13 weeks pregnant and have used Mometasone Furoate ointment and Guangdong Mung Bean powder, and you are concerned about the risk of teratogenic effects. While there are many complex factors that can affec...

Can Pregnant Women Safely Use Traditional Chinese Medicine?

Traditional Chinese Medicine Consultation Hello, Doctor. I am currently 23 weeks pregnant and have been taking traditional Chinese medicine throughout my pregnancy, specifically herbs for maintaining pregnancy. However, today I came across a herbal medicine I haven't seen be...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear online friend Huaiqi, You are 23 weeks pregnant and have been taking traditional Chinese medicine for a long time. You would like to know if Xiangfu (Cyperus rotundus) can be taken during pregnancy. The effects of Xiangfu include soothing the liver and relieving depression,...

Safe Cough Remedies During Early Pregnancy: What You Need to Know

Medications during pregnancy Hello Doctor, I am currently 8 weeks pregnant. I have been coughing uncontrollably since week 6. I am very concerned about the impact on my baby, so I have only taken 4 packets of prescription medication from my obstetrician (only when I felt very unc...

Dr. Zhang Weidong Reply:
Hello Mimi, generally speaking, during pregnancy, it is advisable to avoid medications that invigorate blood circulation and dispel blood stasis. As for diuretics, their use should be cautious and dependent on individual constitution. Therefore, it is quite difficult to determine...

Can Lingzhi Bitter Tea Extract Help Digestive Issues During Pregnancy?

Reishi Mushroom Bitter Tea Essence 1. Due to indigestion (abnormal peristalsis), I often experience relapses after taking Western medicine. A family elder bought "Lingzhi Bitter Tea Essence" for me to try. Its ingredients include: Lingzhi (Reishi mushroom), bitter tea o...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear online friend LULU: Lingzhi Bitter Tea Essence is a type of radio advertisement medication, correct? Is it the Hongzhong brand Lingzhi Bitter Tea Essence? If so, this medication has previously faced issues due to claims about its therapeutic effects, which may violate pharma...

Can Nursing Mothers Safely Consume Herbal Extracts?

Is this medication safe to take while breastfeeding? 1. White flower snake tongue grass extract 2. Yellow flower daylily extract 3. Andrographis paniculata extract 4. Houttuynia cordata extract Is it safe to consume these extracts while breastfeeding?

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear new mom, Hello! You mentioned the following four herbal extracts and whether they can be consumed while breastfeeding: 1. Hedyotis diffusa extract 2. Hypericum perforatum extract 3. Andrographis paniculata extract 4. Houttuynia cordata extract. Upon reviewing traditional...

Essential Dietary Tips for Pregnant Women: Can You Eat Cordyceps Chicken Soup?

Pregnancy Diet Hello doctor, could you please advise on what dietary considerations should be taken during pregnancy? Is it safe to consume chicken soup with cordyceps flowers? Thank you.

Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Hello: Cordyceps flower should be the traditional Chinese medicine known as Cordyceps sinensis, which functions to tonify the kidneys and lungs, stop bleeding, and resolve phlegm. However, the price of genuine Cordyceps is quite high, and there may be some artificially cultivated...

Is Warming Qi Tea Safe for Women Trying to Conceive or Pregnant?

Warm-up Qi-Boosting Tea I saw a "warming and energizing tea" on the Liberty Times, which includes the following ingredients: 5 qian of Codonopsis pilosula, 5 qian of Astragalus membranaceus, 2 qian of ginger, 3 qian of Salvia miltiorrhiza, 2 qian of Atractylodes macroce...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear wennibaby, Regarding the medications you mentioned, both Kudzu (Pueraria lobata) and Salvia miltiorrhiza are not recommended for pregnant women. Kudzu is characterized by its sweet, pungent, and cool properties, often used to treat external pathogenic heat with symptoms of ...

Can Pregnant Women Safely Consume American Ginseng and Yellow Flag?

Is it safe to consume American ginseng and yellow flag iris during pregnancy? I often experience skin allergies, which I believe may be due to atopic dermatitis. I have a habit of taking American ginseng and yellow dock for health maintenance. Recently, I found out that I am preg...

Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Hello: Astragalus (Huangqi) is used to tonify Qi and has a sweet and warm nature, while Western herbs (referring to the specific herb linked) have a slightly cold nature. It is important to consider your body constitution; if you do not have Qi deficiency, consuming it may lead t...

Managing Fungal Infections During Pregnancy: A Traditional Chinese Medicine Approach

Pregnancy-related fungal infection Hello Dr. Yan: I am currently an 18-week pregnant woman. Since experiencing a fungal infection in the early stages of my pregnancy, I have been unable to completely resolve it, which has been very distressing. As soon as I finish using the antif...

Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear Miss Lin, I hope this message finds you well! Thank you for your letter. Fungal infections can indeed be challenging to treat. In addition to the points you have already noted, I would like to offer a few more suggestions: 1. After using the restroom, remember to wipe from...

Is Pearl Powder Safe During Pregnancy? A Guide for Expecting Mothers

excuse me? Is it safe to consume pearl powder during pregnancy? I am currently over three months pregnant. Some people say that pearl powder is beneficial for the baby, but I have also read online that pearl powder is considered "cooling" and may not be good for the bab...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Xiao Mi / 30 / Online User, Hello! 1. It is safe to consume pearl powder during the third month of pregnancy, as traditional herbal medicine indicates that pearls can help resolve phlegm, detoxify, promote wound healing, and treat conditions such as febrile diseases and r...

Managing Placental Bleeding: Can You Continue Pearl Powder During Pregnancy?

Placental hemorrhage Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask 1. I have been taking pearl powder since the early stages of my pregnancy, but I experienced slight placental bleeding at 7 months. Can I continue taking pearl powder? 2. What precautions should I take regarding placental bl...

Dr. Chu Baiqing Reply:
Hello Jebowke: In response to your questions, here are the answers: 1. In traditional Chinese medicine, pearls are indicated for difficult labor and expelling stillborn fetal membranes, typically using 1 tael of pearl powder mixed with bitter wine. It is believed to promote ute...

Managing Phlegm During Pregnancy: Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions

Pregnant but experiencing excessive phlegm? Hello, doctor. I have a question to ask you. I am currently 19 weeks pregnant, but over the past month, I have been experiencing a persistent itchy throat and a lot of coughing with phlegm. Sometimes, when I cough, I accidentally vomit ...

Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
Pregnant women can use traditional Chinese medicine for cough treatment that will not affect the fetus, including medications for cough suppression, phlegm relief, and anti-nausea. Not treating the cough may lead to prolonged symptoms, as pregnant women typically have a lower imm...

Managing Persistent Cough During Pregnancy: Tips and Remedies

Coughing issues? Hello, I am currently 29 weeks pregnant. Every time I catch a cold and have a sore throat, I start to cough (dry cough), and it usually takes at least three months to resolve. I previously asked a doctor, who said I have allergic cough, but this time it coincided...

Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
There are many herbal medicines in traditional Chinese medicine that can safely treat coughs. You can consult a qualified TCM practitioner for prescriptions and treatment. Don't worry, as excessive coughing can lead to uterine contractions, which is not good.

Safe Herbal Remedies During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know

Medications during pregnancy Hello doctor, I am about six weeks pregnant. However, I have a slight cold with symptoms of a sore throat, so I went to a traditional Chinese medicine shop. They prescribed a mixture of three herbs: Shisanwei, Lidong, and Yinqiao (the second character...

Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
Is Shisanwei Antai Decoction the same as Maidong and Yinqiao Powder? In principle, it is generally acceptable, but it is less commonly used in the early stages of pregnancy. It is advisable to consult a qualified traditional Chinese medicine practitioner for a more appropriate as...

Skin Rashes During Pregnancy: Causes and Traditional Remedies

Skin rashes during pregnancy? Hello, Doctor: My wife is currently 21 weeks pregnant. Recently, she has developed itchy rashes on her skin, appearing in small patches. She has been having trouble sleeping at night. We went back to the obstetrician for a check-up, and the doctor ga...

Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Director Lin Qingzhong's response is as follows: 1. A woman who is 21 weeks pregnant may develop skin rashes for various reasons. As you mentioned, it could be due to "fetal toxins," but it can also be caused by food allergies, such as excessive consumption of sh...

Can Pregnant Women Safely Consume Herbal Chicken Soup?

I'm sorry, but I can't assist with that? Hello, doctor~~~ I am currently three months pregnant. These past couple of days, my family has cooked herbal chicken soup and rice wine chicken. I felt bad refusing my mother's good intentions, so I ate a few pieces of meat...

Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Hello: During pregnancy, most pregnant women tend to have a constitution that leans towards dryness and heat, so it is generally not recommended to consume warming foods such as wine chicken or sesame oil chicken, to avoid exacerbating symptoms like dry mouth or constipation. As ...

Herbal Remedies During Pregnancy: Safety and Sleep Quality Concerns

Medication issues Hello, I would like to ask a medication question. Is it safe for pregnant women to drink tea made from goji berries, astragalus, and red dates? If it is safe, are there any specific proportions to consider? Additionally, I have poor sleep quality at night and of...

Dr. Chu Baiqing Reply:
Hello Ms. Huang: If you are currently pregnant, the discomfort symptoms you mentioned may be related to the fetus, and they might improve after delivery. Goji berries, astragalus, and red dates should generally be safe for pregnant women, but it is still important to consider you...

Effects of Traditional Chinese Medicine on Pregnant Women and Fetal Health

Body conditioning for pregnant women? I would like to ask, my wife was pregnant last year but unfortunately experienced a miscarriage at seven and a half weeks. After that, we consulted a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practitioner who mentioned that her uterus is relatively ...

Dr. Ding Hanxiang Reply:
Hello: If a prescription is provided by a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) physician after diagnosis, it will not adversely affect the mother or fetus, as the TCM physician will adjust the medication according to the different stages of pregnancy and the individual's sympt...

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