Bot Med Wk 5 - Female Hormone Patterns of Deficiency Flashcards
What are the key actions of the primary herbal formula?
Adaptogen, warming carminative (Build Qi & Blood), alterative (as needed), pain relief (as needed).
What is the key treatment principle?
Rebuild and recover
What are the three herbs in the alternative formula for treating hormones directly?
Chasteberry (Vitex agnus castus) – 40%
White Peony (Paeonia lactiflora) – 40%
Licorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra) – 20%
What TCM pattern does this case represent?
Qi & Blood deficiency, affecting Liver & Heart. Progressing to Spleen & Kidney Yang deficiency.
What is the cause of stagnation-related pain in this case?
Deficient Liver Qi leads to stagnation; resolving Qi & Blood deficiency will help.
What are the primary actions of Actaea racemosa (Black Cohosh)?
- emmenagogue
- anti-inflammatory
- endocrine modulator
- parturient
What are the primary actions of Angelica archangelica?
- waring carminative
- anti-inflammatory
- astringent
- mild female endocrine modulator
What is the primary caution for Panax ginseng (Korean Red Ginseng)?
Can be overstimulating, contraindicated in hypertension & heat conditions.
What are the key indications for Polygonum multiflorum (He Shou Wu)?
Convalescence, fertility, libido support, premature greying.
What herb pairs well with Paeonia lactiflora (White Peony) for PCOS & dysmenorrhea?
Glycyrrhiza glabra (Licorice root).
What adaptogen is particularly useful for fatigue from overwork & mental stress?
Rhodiola rosea.
