DONG QUAI
Uses? |
Menopausal symptoms Premenstrual tension Tonic for the liver Menstrual cramps |
Who? |
Almost everyone |
Who can’t? |
People on any type of medication. Check with doctor Pregnant or breast feeding |
How long? |
Up to 8 weeks appears to be safe for most people |
Side effect? |
Skin becomes extra sensitive Greater risk for sunburn Skin cancer |

Available forms? |
Capsules, tablets, tinctures and teas |
Dose? |
Follow health professional advice or directions on the package |
Part used? |
Root |
Comes from? |
Cool mountain woods of southern and western China |
Other names? |
Angelica Sinensis Chinese angelica Dong quai Tang kuei |