{"product_id":"menatrol-menstrual-cycle-support-tcm","title":"Menatrol™","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMenatrol™\u003c\/h1\u003e \u003cp style=\"text-align:center; font-size:0.85em; border-top:1px solid #ccc; border-bottom:1px solid #ccc; padding:6px 0; margin:12px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/unified-search\"\u003eUnified Search\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/symptom-formula-finder\"\u003eSymptom Finder\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/tcm-herb-reference\"\u003eHerb Reference\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/drug-herb-alternative-reference\"\u003eDrug–Herb\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/lab-test-formula-finder\"\u003eLab Test\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMenatrol\u003c\/b\u003e is a traditional Chinese herbal formula traditionally used to help support regular, comfortable menstrual cycles, particularly when periods are irregular, delayed, or light and accompanied by signs of coldness. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, this pattern is traditionally associated with Kidney yang deficiency and blood stagnation, often indicated by a dark purple or pale purplish tongue. This traditional framework is not a medical diagnosis. Menstrual irregularity, difficulty conceiving, and conditions like PCOS require diagnosis and ongoing care from a qualified healthcare professional; this formula is traditionally used as a complementary support alongside that care, not a replacement for it.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e⚠️ Contraindicated during pregnancy and nursing\u003c\/b\u003e — stop use immediately upon confirmed pregnancy. Contraindicated in cases of heat, deficiency heat, infection, or inflammation.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eClinical Applications \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eMenatrol is traditionally used to help support:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eComfort during irregular, delayed, or light menstrual cycles\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHealthy circulation in the lower body as part of reproductive wellness\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOverall warmth and comfort when cold signs accompany menstrual irregularity\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis formula is traditionally used as a complementary support for reproductive wellness, always alongside evaluation and care from a qualified healthcare professional.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eKey Herbs (TCM Data)\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eFu Zi\u003c\/b\u003e (Prepared Aconite Root): traditionally used to restore Kidney yang and warm the channels; contraindicated for those with a pacemaker or taking antiarrhythmic medications or digoxin, as it may affect cardiac rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eRou Gui\u003c\/b\u003e (Cinnamon Bark) and \u003cb\u003eGan Jiang\u003c\/b\u003e (Dried Ginger): traditionally used to support the warming action of the formula.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eYan Hu Suo\u003c\/b\u003e (Corydalis Rhizome): traditionally used to support comfort and invigorate blood.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eChi Shao\u003c\/b\u003e (Red Peony Root), \u003cb\u003eTao Ren\u003c\/b\u003e (Peach Seed), and \u003cb\u003eHong Hua\u003c\/b\u003e (Safflower): traditionally used to invigorate blood circulation and ease stagnation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eChuan Xiong\u003c\/b\u003e (Ligusticum): traditionally used to support healthy circulation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eDang Gui\u003c\/b\u003e (Angelica Sinensis) and \u003cb\u003eBai Shao\u003c\/b\u003e (White Peony Root): traditionally used to nourish blood; use Dang Gui with caution alongside anticoagulant medications.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eShu Di Huang\u003c\/b\u003e (Prepared Rehmannia): traditionally used to nourish blood and support the Liver and Kidney.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eRen Shen\u003c\/b\u003e (Ginseng): traditionally used to support overall vitality.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eSafety \u0026amp; Contraindications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eContraindicated during pregnancy and nursing; stop use immediately upon confirmed pregnancy.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContraindicated in cases of heat, deficiency heat, infection, or inflammation.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContains Fu Zi; do not use if you have a pacemaker or take antiarrhythmic medications or digoxin, as it may affect cardiac rhythm.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContains Dang Gui and other blood-invigorating herbs; use with caution or avoid entirely if you take anticoagulant or antiplatelet medications such as warfarin.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIf trying to conceive, work with a qualified healthcare professional to identify and address any underlying causes of infertility, and to monitor progress over time.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eDosage \u0026amp; Directions\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard dosage:\u003c\/b\u003e 3–4 capsules three times daily on an empty stomach with warm water, increasing to 6–8 capsules three times daily if needed. Minimum traditional course: 1–3 months. Stop use immediately upon confirmed pregnancy.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSupplementary formulas:\u003c\/b\u003e For lower abdominal discomfort during periods, this formula is traditionally paired with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mense-ease-menstrual-comfort-formula-tcm\"\u003eMense-Ease\u003c\/a\u003e. For fatigue and overall weakness, it is traditionally paired with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/imperial-tonic-vitality-recovery-formula-tcm\"\u003eImperial Tonic\u003c\/a\u003e. For stress-related irregularity, it is traditionally paired with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/calm-stress-anxiety-irritability-pms-liver-qi-tcm\"\u003eCalm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHolistic Nutrition \u0026amp; Lifestyle\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNutrition:\u003c\/b\u003e Warm, cooked foods and beverages are traditionally recommended, along with foods like lamb, beef, and ginger. Reducing raw or cold foods, iced drinks, and excessive sour fruit is also traditionally encouraged, as these are traditionally believed to contribute to internal coldness.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLifestyle:\u003c\/b\u003e Avoiding cold environments and stressful situations, maintaining adequate rest, and using hot compresses on the lower abdomen to support circulation and comfort are traditionally recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eCase Studies\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe following reflect individual practitioner experiences and traditional use; results vary and are not guarantees of outcome for any individual.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cblockquote\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"A 41-year-old woman experienced longstanding menstrual irregularity alongside low mood, consistent with a Kidney and Liver qi deficiency pattern. After combining Menatrol with weekly acupuncture, she reported her cycle became more regular over a couple of months.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e \u003cblockquote\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"A 15-year-old girl experienced infrequent, irregular periods for nearly two years, consistent with a damp stagnation pattern with underlying deficiency. After two months on Menatrol, she reported her cycle became noticeably more regular.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e \u003cblockquote\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"J.W., a 44-year-old woman, experienced high stress, cold hands and feet, and significant menstrual discomfort, consistent with a Spleen and Kidney yang deficiency pattern with Liver qi stagnation. After combining Menatrol with Calm, she reported reduced stress, more energy, and eased menstrual discomfort.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e  \u003chr\u003e \u003ch3\u003eRelated Reading\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eAlso see: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mense-ease-menstrual-comfort-formula-tcm\"\u003eMense-Ease\u003c\/a\u003e – for menstrual discomfort, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/imperial-tonic-vitality-recovery-formula-tcm\"\u003eImperial Tonic\u003c\/a\u003e – for fatigue and weakness, and the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fertility-reproductive-health\"\u003eFertility \u0026amp; Reproductive Health Collection\u003c\/a\u003e for related formulas.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNot sure if this is the right formula for you? Start with our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/unified-search\"\u003eUnified Search\u003c\/a\u003e, browse by symptom with our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/symptom-formula-finder\"\u003eSymptom \u0026amp; Formula Finder\u003c\/a\u003e, or use our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/lab-test-formula-finder\"\u003eLab Test \u0026amp; Formula Reference\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Modern Herbal Formulas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53411851665519,"sku":null,"price":35.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8630\/5391\/files\/Menatrol.jpg?v=1782669682","url":"https:\/\/modernherbalformulas.com\/products\/menatrol-menstrual-cycle-support-tcm","provider":"Modern Herbal Formulas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}