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Dong quai

Also known as: Angelica sinensis, female ginseng

Dong quai is a root used in traditional Chinese medicine as a "women's herb" for menstrual and menopausal complaints. However, good-quality studies have not confirmed an effect of the herb on its own.

What it is used for

  • menopausal hot flushes – no proven effect of the herb alone
  • menstrual complaints and PMS – weak evidence, mostly in combination with other herbs

Forms and how they differ

root powder capsules

traditional form, active content varies

liquid extract

more concentrated, contains alcohol or glycerine

When to take it

With food, as the label says.

Pairs well with

For menopause, other options are better studied (e.g. soy isoflavones) – consult your doctor.

Do not combine / separate

Do not combine with blood thinners (warfarin etc.), aspirin or other herbs affecting clotting (ginkgo, high-dose garlic).

Watch out for

Not suitable in pregnancy, breastfeeding, with heavy menstrual bleeding, bleeding disorders or hormone-sensitive conditions. If you take medicines, consult your doctor.

Safety

It contains coumarins and furanocoumarins – it increases sun sensitivity and bleeding risk; do not exceed the label dose.

Practical tip

Do not take it for two weeks before a planned procedure or surgery.

Products containing Dong quai 2

Dong quai 530 mgroot · 530 mg / capsuleWomen’s healthBlood formationHormones
Dong quai 2000 mgliquid extract · 2 000 mg / servingWomen’s healthBlood formationHormones
How to read the evidence rating
Strong evidenceModerate evidenceWeak evidenceNo evidence

Strong = several good human studies or official recommendations; moderate = promising but smaller studies; weak = few studies or mixed results; no evidence = claims not confirmed.

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Important notice

This information is educational and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. We do not give medicine dosages. Supplements are no substitute for a varied diet; if pregnant, breastfeeding, ill or on medication, consult a doctor first.