Traditional Chinese Medicine for Hypertension (Part 5) and Selected Decoction Formulas (Part 1)
74. Nourishing Blood and Clearing Brain Granules
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> [Ingredients]Angelica sinensis, Cassia tora, Rehmannia glutinosa (processed), Prunella vulgaris, Paeonia lactiflora, Margarita, Ligusticum chuanxiong, Asarum heterotropoides.
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> [Efficacy] Soothes the liver and nourishes the blood, promotes blood circulation and unblocks the meridians.
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[Indications]Suitable for hypertension of blood deficiency and yang excess type, with symptoms such as headache, dizziness, vertigo, irritability, insomnia and dreaminess.
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[Usage]Oral administration. One sachet (4 grams per sachet) each time, three times a day. Double the dosage for the first dose. Dissolve in boiling water and drink.
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> [Precautions]
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(1) This product is mainly suitable for mild hypertension. Patients with moderate and severe hypertension need to use other antihypertensive drugs in combination.
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(2) This product is contraindicated for those with a weak and cold constitution.
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(3) Occasionally, adverse reactions such as nausea may occur after taking the medication, but they will disappear on their own with continued use.
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(4) Not for use by pregnant women.
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75. Dizziness Relief Granules
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> [Ingredients]Atractylodes macrocephala, Alisma plantago-aquatica, Poria cocos, Pinellia ternata (processed), Citrus reticulata peel, Ligustrum lucidum, Eclipta prostrata, Achyranthes bidentata, Chrysanthemum morifolium, Glycyrrhiza uralensis.
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> [Efficacy] Nourishes the liver and kidneys, strengthens the spleen and dries dampness.
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[Indications]This product is suitable for hypertension caused by phlegm obstruction and liver and kidney deficiency, which may present with symptoms such as headache, dizziness, tinnitus, chest tightness, loss of appetite, nausea, soreness and weakness of the lower back and knees, and memory loss.
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[Usage]Oral administration. One sachet (8 grams per sachet) each time, 3-4 times daily. Dissolve in boiling water and drink.
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> [Precautions]
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> (1) This product has a weak antihypertensive effect. Patients with high blood pressure need to use other antihypertensive drugs in combination.
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> (2) This product is contraindicated for those with weak and cold constitution, liver yang hyperactivity, or yang hyperactivity and wind-heat.
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(3) Avoid spicy and greasy foods, smoking and alcohol, and anger and sadness during medication.
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76. Brain-Clearing and Blood Pressure-Lowering Capsules
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> [Ingredients]Rehmannia glutinosa, Prunella vulgaris, Scutellaria baicalensis, Uncaria rhynchophylla, Angelica sinensis, Cassia tora, Pheretima aspergillum, Magnetite, Salvia miltiorrhiza, Sophora japonica, Mother-of-pearl, Achyranthes bidentata, Leech.
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[Efficacy]Soothes the liver and clears heat, dispels wind and subdues yang, removes blood stasis and lowers blood pressure.
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[Indications]Suitable for hypertension of liver yin deficiency type, which may present with symptoms such as dizziness, vertigo, tinnitus, headache, palpitations, fatigue, insomnia and memory loss.
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[Usage]Oral administration. Take 4-6 pills each time (0.5g per packet), 3 times a day. Take with warm water.
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> [Precautions]
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> (1) This product is contraindicated for those with deficiency of both Yin and Yang, insufficient Qi and blood, or internal accumulation of phlegm and turbidity.
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(2) Avoid spicy and greasy foods, smoking and alcohol, and anger and sadness during medication.
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77. Yin-nourishing and blood pressure-lowering capsules
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> [Ingredients]White peony root, gypsum, uncaria, gastrodia, aristolochic acid, bezoar, sophora japonica flower bud, prunella vulgaris, pearl powder, ginseng, tortoise shell (sand-cooked), hematite (calcined and quenched in vinegar), evodia rutaecarpa (vinegar-processed), schisandra chinensis (vinegar-processed), rhubarb (wine-processed), borneol.
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> [Efficacy] Nourishes Yin and invigorates blood circulation, calms the liver and subdues Yang, unblocks the meridians and soothes the mind.
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[Indications]Suitable for hypertension of the liver and kidney yin deficiency type, which may present with symptoms such as headache, dizziness, tinnitus, vertigo, stiff neck, palpitations, chest pain, irritability, insomnia, dreaminess and unsteady gait.
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[Usage]Oral administration. Take 4-6 pills each time (0.5 grams per packet), 2-3 times daily. Take with warm water.
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> [Precautions]
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> (1) This product is contraindicated for those with insufficient Qi and blood, deficiency of both Yin and Yang, or excess heat and phlegm-dampness.
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(2) Not for use by pregnant women.
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(3) Avoid spicy and greasy foods, as well as smoking and alcohol, while taking the medication.
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78. Liver-Clearing and Blood Pressure-Lowering Capsules
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> [Ingredients]Prunella vulgaris, Salvia miltiorrhiza, Taxillus chinensis, Alisma plantago-aquatica, Cirsium japonicum, Achyranthes bidentata, Polygonum multiflorum (processed), Sophora japonica (stir-fried), Polygala tenuifolia (heart removed), Pueraria lobata (baked).
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> [Efficacy] Nourishes the liver and kidneys, soothes the liver and clears heat.
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[Indications]Suitable for hypertension of the liver and kidney yin deficiency type, with symptoms such as dizziness, headache, vertigo, tinnitus, flushed face and red eyes, irritability, bitter taste in the mouth, dry mouth, palpitations, insomnia, forgetfulness, soreness and weakness of the waist and knees, constipation and yellow urine.
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[Usage]Oral administration. Take 3 capsules (0.5g per packet) 3 times daily with warm water. Or as directed by your doctor.
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> [Precautions]
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> (1) This product is contraindicated for those with deficiency of both Yin and Yang, insufficient Qi and blood, internal accumulation of phlegm and turbidity, and deficiency and cold of the spleen and stomach.
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(2) Not for use by pregnant women.
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(3) Avoid spicy and greasy foods, as well as smoking and alcohol, while taking the medication.
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79. Gastrodia elata capsules
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> [Ingredients] Gastrodia elata.
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[Efficacy]Soothes the liver and dispels wind, relieves spasms and lowers blood pressure.
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[Indications]Suitable for hypertension and epilepsy caused by internal wind in the liver and hyperactivity of liver yang, with symptoms such as dizziness, headache, tinnitus, irritability, insomnia, forgetfulness and numbness of limbs.
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[Usage]Oral administration. Take 2-6 pills each time (0.5g per packet), 3 times a day. Take with warm water.
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> [Precautions]
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(1) This product has a weak antihypertensive effect. Patients with high blood pressure should use other antihypertensive drugs in combination.
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(2) Avoid spicy and greasy foods, smoking and alcohol, and anger and sadness during medication.
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80. Blood Pressure Lowering Syrup
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> [Ingredients]White peony root, Prunella vulgaris, Sophora japonica fruit.
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> [Efficacy] Calms the liver and subdues yang, clears heat and reduces fire.
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[Indications]Suitable for symptoms of hypertension such as headache, head distension, dizziness, bitter taste in mouth, dry throat, irritability, insomnia, and excessive dreaming.
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> [Usage]Oral administration. One bottle (15 ml per bottle) each time, three times a day.
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> [Precautions]
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> (1) This product is contraindicated for those with insufficient Qi and blood, deficiency of both Yin and Yang, or internal accumulation of phlegm and turbidity.
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(2) Not for use by pregnant women.
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(3) Avoid spicy and greasy foods, and avoid anger and sadness while taking the medicine.
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81. Tea for Clearing Heat and Improving Eyesight
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> [Ingredients]Chrysanthemum, Stevia rebaudiana, Cassia tora (fried).
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[Efficacy]Soothes the liver and improves eyesight, clears heat and extinguishes wind.
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[Indications]Suitable for hypertension of the liver-fire type, with symptoms such as headache, dizziness, and red eyes.
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[Usage] Take 1 packet (3 grams per packet) each time. Steep in boiling water and drink as a tea substitute.
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> [Precautions]
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> (1) This product is contraindicated for those with insufficient Qi and blood, deficiency of both Yin and Yang, internal accumulation of phlegm and turbidity, and those with weak constitution and diarrhea.
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(2) Avoid spicy and greasy foods, smoking and alcohol, and anger and sadness during medication.
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82. Blood Pressure Lowering Tea Bags
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[Ingredients]Leonurus japonicus seed, Uncaria rhynchophylla, Prunella vulgaris, Scutellaria baicalensis, Cassia tora seed, tea leaves.
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[Efficacy]Soothes the liver and dispels wind, clears heat and lowers blood pressure.
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[Indications]Suitable for hypertension of the liver-fire type, which may present with symptoms such as headache, dizziness, vertigo, red eyes, facial flushing, dry mouth, bitter taste, and irritability.
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[Usage]Oral administration. One sachet each time (4.4 grams per sachet). Steep in boiling water and drink as a tea substitute.
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> [Precautions]
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> (1) This product is contraindicated for those with weak constitution, diarrhea, or loose stools.
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(2) Not for use by pregnant women.
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(3) Avoid spicy and stimulating foods while taking the medication.
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> 83. Lycium and Chrysanthemum Rehmannia Pill
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> [Ingredients]24g Rehmannia glutinosa, 12g each of Dioscorea opposita and Cornus officinalis, 9g each of Poria cocos, Alisma plantago-aquatica and Paeonia suffruticosa, 6g each of Chrysanthemum morifolium and Lycium barbarum.
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[Efficacy] Nourishes the kidneys and replenishes essence, nourishes the liver and improves eyesight.
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[Indications]Suitable for hypertension of the liver and kidney yin deficiency type, with symptoms such as dizziness, vertigo, blurred vision, and eye pain.
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> [Usage]Grind the above medicine into a fine powder, add honey and make into pills.
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Take 6-9 grams each time, 2-3 times a day. Take with warm water or light salt water. It can also be decocted and taken.
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> [Precautions] Use with caution if you have spleen deficiency, diarrhea, or indigestion.
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> 84. Gastrodia and Uncaria Decoction
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> [Ingredients]18g of abalone shell, 12g each of uncaria and achyranthes root, 9g each of gastrodia, gardenia, eucommia, scutellaria, motherwort, mulberry mistletoe, polygonum multiflorum, and poria cocos.
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> [Efficacy] Soothes the liver and dispels wind, clears heat and calms the mind.
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[Indications]This product is suitable for hypertension of the liver yang hyperactivity type, which may present with symptoms such as headache, dizziness, blurred vision, tinnitus, insomnia, irritability, limb tremors and hemiplegia.
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[Usage]Decoct in water and take orally. First decoct the abalone shell, then add the uncaria.
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> [Precautions] Use with caution if you have a weak spleen and stomach or no internal heat.
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> 85. Liver-Calming and Wind-Extinguishing Decoction
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> [Ingredients]30g each of raw hematite and Achyranthes bidentata, 15g each of Scrophularia ningpoensis, raw tortoise shell, raw dragon bone, raw oyster shell, raw white peony root, and Asparagus cochinchinensis, 6g each of raw malt, Artemisia capillaris, and Melia toosendan, and 4.5g of licorice.
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> [Efficacy] Calms the liver and extinguishes wind, nourishes yin and subdues yang.
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[Indications]This product is suitable for hypertension caused by liver yang hyperactivity and liver wind disturbance, which may present with symptoms such as dizziness, blurred vision, eye distension, tinnitus, headache, irritability, squinting, and confusion.
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> [Usage]Decoct in water and take orally.
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[Precautions]Pregnant women should use with caution.
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86. Two Immortals Soup
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> [Ingredients] Epimedium and Curculigo orchioides, 15g each; Angelica sinensis, Phellodendron chinense, Anemarrhena asphodeloides, and Morinda officinalis, 9g each.
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> [Efficacy] Tonifies the kidneys and strengthens yang, clears heat and replenishes essence, regulates the Chong and Ren meridians.
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[Indications]It is suitable for symptoms such as hypertension caused by deficiency-heat, yin-yang imbalance, and menopausal syndrome, with symptoms including dizziness, vertigo, chest tightness, irritability, insomnia, dreaminess, anxiety, and weakness in the lower back and knees.
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> [Usage]Decoct in water and take orally.
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> [Precautions] This product is contraindicated for those with weak spleen and stomach or internal phlegm.
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> 87. Gentian Root and Licorice Decoction
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> [Ingredients]Gentian root, Bupleurum root, and raw licorice root, 6 grams each; Rehmannia root, Aristolochia root, Plantago seed, Scutellaria root, and Gardenia fruit, 9 grams each; Alisma rhizome, 12 grams; and Angelica root, 3 grams.
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> [Efficacy]Soothes the liver and gallbladder, clears heat and dries dampness.
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[Indications]Suitable for hypertension of the liver and gallbladder excess heat type, with symptoms such as headache, dizziness, vertigo, red and swollen eyes, ear swelling, deafness, chest and rib pain, bitter taste, painful and difficult urination, and genital itching. Also suitable for damp-heat jaundice, leukorrhea in women, etc.
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> [Usage]Decoct in water and take orally.
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> [Precautions]
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> (1) Use with caution if you have a weak spleen and stomach.
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(2) This formula is easy to damage the spleen and stomach and should not be taken for a long time.
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