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TCM herbal formula for vaginitis, pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), urinary tract infection (UTI), cystitis, pyelonephritis, candida yeast infection, orchitis, epididymitis, and genital itching — clears damp-heat in the lower jiao with antibiotic, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and diuretic herbs

⚠️ Contraindicated during pregnancy and nursing. Use with caution in patients with Spleen and Stomach deficiency and cold. Not for long-term use — discontinue when desired effects are achieved. Contains Da Huang (Radix et Rhizoma Rhei) — California Prop 65 warning: do not use if you have or develop diarrhea, loose stools, or abdominal pain; consult your physician if you have frequent diarrhea or are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition. Contains Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis) which invigorates blood — use with caution or avoid with Coumadin (warfarin) or anticoagulant/antiplatelet therapy due to higher risk of bleeding and bruising.

TCM pattern: Damp-heat in the lower jiao affecting the Liver, Gallbladder, and Urinary Bladder channels.

CLINICAL APPLICATIONS

* Vaginitis

* Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)

* Urinary tract infections (UTI) in women and men

* Genital eczema and itching, soreness and pain in men or women

* Yellow or green vaginal discharge with offensive odor and cottage cheese consistency

* Orchitis, epididymitis, and infection and inflammation of the scrotum and male genital region

* Pyelonephritis or cystitis with dysuria and turbid yellow urine

* Candida yeast infection

* Infertility due to inflammation and infection of the pelvis (ovaries, uterus, fallopian tubes)

Key herb-level clinical data:

— Huang Qin (Radix Scutellariae): antibacterial against Staph aureus, Pseudomonas, and MRSA; antiviral — baicalein and wogonin; anti-inflammatory

— Long Dan (Radix Gentianae): clears damp-heat from the Liver channel through the genital region; antibiotic; diuretic

— Chai Hu (Radix Bupleuri): guiding herb to the Liver channel; antibiotic; anti-inflammatory

— Da Huang (Radix et Rhizoma Rhei): clears damp-heat; antibiotic; analgesic

— Zhi Zi (Fructus Gardeniae): clears damp-heat; antibiotic; analgesic; anti-inflammatory

— Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis): nourishes blood; antibiotic; anti-inflammatory; analgesic

— Di Huang (Radix Rehmanniae): nourishes yin and blood; prevents fluid depletion; anti-inflammatory

— Niu Xi (Radix Achyranthis Bidentatae): descending action — directs the formula to the lower jiao and genital region; anti-inflammatory

— Tao Ren (Semen Persicae): increases blood circulation in the lower jiao; flushes toxins

— Hong Hua (Flos Carthami): increases blood circulation in the lower jiao; flushes toxins

— Che Qian Zi (Semen Plantaginis): dispels dampness; promotes urination; diuretic

— Ze Xie (Rhizoma Alismatis): dispels dampness; promotes urination; diuretic

— Qu Mai (Herba Dianthi): dispels dampness; promotes urination; treats lin syndrome and dysuria

— Bian Xu (Herba Polygoni Avicularis): dispels dampness in the lower jiao; promotes urination; antibiotic

— Di Fu Zi (Fructus Kochiae): clears heat; relieves genital itching; anti-inflammatory

— She Chuang Zi (Fructus Cnidii) + Ku Shen (Radix Sophorae Flavescentis): applied topically to the genitalia twice daily for itching

— Hua Shi (Talcum) + Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae): clinical — resolved UTI in 10 patients in 3–4 days; Gan Cao harmonizes the formula; anti-inflammatory; analgesic; diuretic

— Deng Xin Cao (Medulla Junci): clinical — 60g daily achieved complete recovery in 25 of 30 patients with chronic nephritis within 30 days

— Feng Wei Cao, Pao Zai Cao, Ya She Huang, Xian Feng Cao, Shui Ding Xiang (Taiwanese herbs): detoxify the genital region; treat cystitis, UTI, nephritis, pyelonephritis, and dysuria; diuretic

WESTERN THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS

* Antibiotic / antimicrobial — Huang Qin (Staph aureus, Pseudomonas, MRSA, baicalein, wogonin); Long Dan (Liver channel genital infection); Da Huang + Zhi Zi (damp-heat clearance); Dang Gui (broad-spectrum); multiple herbs — increase antibiotic effect up to tenfold

* Anti-inflammatory / analgesic — Zhi Zi, Dang Gui, Gan Cao (anti-inflammatory, analgesic); Di Huang (anti-inflammatory, fluid preservation); Niu Xi (anti-inflammatory, descending); Chai Hu (Liver channel anti-inflammatory)

* Diuretic / urinary — Che Qian Zi, Ze Xie, Qu Mai, Bian Xu (diuresis, dampness clearance); Hua Shi + Gan Cao (UTI: 10 patients, 3–4 days); Deng Xin Cao (chronic nephritis: 25/30 complete recovery in 30 days); Taiwanese herbs (cystitis, UTI, pyelonephritis)

* Blood circulation / toxin flushing — Tao Ren + Hong Hua (increase circulation in lower jiao, flush toxins)

* Antipruritic / topical — Di Fu Zi (genital itching, anti-inflammatory); She Chuang Zi + Ku Shen (topical application for itching)

CHINESE THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS

* Clears damp-heat in the lower jiao; detoxifies the genital region (Long Dan, Huang Qin, Da Huang, Zhi Zi, Feng Wei Cao, Pao Zai Cao, Ya She Huang)

* Promotes urination; dispels dampness (Che Qian Zi, Ze Xie, Qu Mai, Bian Xu, Hua Shi, Deng Xin Cao)

* Nourishes yin and blood; prevents fluid depletion (Di Huang, Dang Gui)

* Invigorates blood circulation in the lower jiao; flushes toxins (Tao Ren, Hong Hua, Niu Xi)

* Relieves itching; clears heat in the skin (Di Fu Zi, She Chuang Zi, Ku Shen)

DOSAGE

Standard: 3–4 capsules three times daily on an empty stomach with warm water. Take for at least 1–2 weeks to complete a full course and avoid antibiotic resistance. Not for long-term use — discontinue when desired effects are achieved.

Supplementary formulas: Broader damp-heat along Liver and Gallbladder channels — use Gentiana Complex. Bacterial infection — add Herbal ABX. Viral infection — add Herbal AVR. Chronic or recurrent vaginitis with underlying Kidney yang deficiency — add Kidney Tonic (Yang) in a 1:2 or 1:3 ratio. Menopausal vaginal dryness — use Balance Spring. Uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, or pelvic obstruction causing infertility — add Resolve (Lower).

Nutrition: Drink watermelon juice, pear juice, carrot juice, and celery juice three times daily for bladder support. Beneficial foods for bladder infection: watermelon, pears, carrots, celery, corn (and cornsilk tea), squash, and barley. Beneficial foods for candida: dandelions, beet tops, barley, garlic, mung beans, and citrus. Drink cranberry juice — helps prevent and treat UTI. Drink more water and urinate frequently to flush pathogens. Avoid sugar and yeast foods, cheese, and fermented soy sauce (candida). Avoid spicy/pungent vegetables (pepper, garlic, onions, chili, wasabi). Avoid heavy proteins, dairy, onions, ginger, black pepper, and alcohol (bladder). Avoid mango, durian, coffee, and alcohol. Avoid artificial coloring and processed meats containing nitrites.

Lifestyle: Urinate after intercourse to help prevent UTI. Avoid intercourse during treatment to prevent spreading infection. Both partners should be treated to prevent recurrence. Avoid douching or inserting foreign objects into the vagina; avoid scratching with severe itching. Use loose clothing, silk or cotton underwear — avoid polyester and tight denim. Use hypo-allergenic, fragrance-free soap, detergent, deodorant, and shower gel. Avoid spermicides, lubricants, condoms, diaphragms, and scented hygiene products that may disrupt vaginal pH. Soak underwear in bleach for 24 hours and iron to kill candida spores. Wipe front to back to avoid infection. Women susceptible to infection around menstruation should be especially careful with hygiene.

Related Reading

Also see: Gentiana Complex – for broader damp-heat along Liver and Gallbladder channels | Herbal ABX – for bacterial infection | Herbal AVR – for viral infection | Kidney Tonic (Yang) – for chronic recurrent vaginitis with Kidney yang deficiency | Balance Spring – for menopausal vaginal dryness | Resolve (Lower) – for pelvic obstruction and infertility | Kidney & Urinary Health Collection | Women's Health & Hormonal Support Collection.

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