What it is
Bai Tou Weng, derived from Pulsatilla root, is a Traditional Chinese Medicine ingredient used to address dysentery and heat in the intestines. It is available in capsule form for adult use.
Supplement · Probiotics & Digestive
Bai Tou Weng (Pulsatilla)
500 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
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How it works
Pulsatilla root contains compounds that exert antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects within the gastrointestinal tract. These actions help to reduce intestinal inflammation and combat pathogens associated with dysentery, thereby improving digestive comfort.
Who should take it
Adults looking to address bloating, indigestion, irregular bowel movements. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.
Avoid / careful
Pregnant or nursing women without clinician oversight. People on prescription medication affecting the same pathway should consult a doctor before combining. Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses but mild GI upset can occur when starting.
When to take it
Morning
Noon
Evening
Night
How to take it
With food
Empty stomach
Before food
FAQs
Frequently asked
What is 'intestinal heat' in TCM?
In TCM, 'intestinal heat' refers to an imbalance characterized by inflammation, redness, and rapid bowel movements, often accompanied by a burning sensation.
Can Bai Tou Weng be taken with other digestive supplements?
Yes, it can be layered with other digestive aids, but consult a healthcare provider for personalized recommendations, especially if using other TCM herbs.
How long does it take to see results?
Digestive improvements are typically observed within 1-4 weeks of consistent daily use.
Research
6 studies · 2010–2024
Evidence grade
ABCD
C · C · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for digestive comfort and gut-barrier integrity
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Editorial notes
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About Bai Tou Weng (Pulsatilla)
Bai Tou Weng (Pulsatilla) is a probiotics & digestive supplement used to support digestive comfort and gut-barrier integrity. Pulsatilla root for dysentery and intestinal heat. It is available in capsule form and dosed for adults in India and internationally. As a tcm-tradition entry in the SacredBod catalog, it is positioned as a single-ingredient option that can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol. Bai Tou Weng (Pulsatilla) works through the mechanisms characteristic of its class — see the mechanism and research sections for detail. It primarily acts on the gut, intestines, stomach, and effects are dose-dependent, typically becoming measurable within 1-4 weeks for digestive comfort. Consistency matters more than dose size for this category.
Evidence
Bai Tou Weng (Pulsatilla) carries an evidence grade of C in the SacredBod catalog, reflecting emerging human evidence for digestive comfort and gut-barrier integrity. Pulsatilla root for dysentery and intestinal heat. Benefits are cumulative rather than immediate, typically becoming noticeable within 1-4 weeks for digestive comfort, and individual response varies.
Dosing
A typical dose is 500 mg, taken with food, usually in the morning. Start at the lower end, assess tolerance, and stay consistent; more is not automatically better.
Cautions
Pregnant or nursing women without clinician oversight. People on prescription medication affecting the same pathway should consult a doctor before combining. Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses but mild GI upset can occur when starting.
Who it’s for
Adults looking to address bloating, indigestion, irregular bowel movements. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.
As part of the Probiotics & Digestive category, Bai Tou Weng (Pulsatilla) can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol — see the Goes with panel for evidence-aligned pairings.
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