What it is
Dang Gui Shao Yao San is a traditional Chinese medicine formula comprising specific herbs. It is formulated to address imbalances related to blood and dampness in women's health.
Supplement · Hormonal Health
Dang Gui Shao Yao San
500 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
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How it works
This formula works by harmonizing the liver and spleen, invigorating blood, and resolving dampness. It targets hormonal pathways influencing the menstrual cycle and reproductive system.
Who should take it
Adults looking to address hormonal imbalance, low libido, irregular cycles. 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
How long does it take to see results?
Hormonal shifts typically become measurable within 4-12 weeks of consistent daily use.
Can this be taken with other supplements?
Yes, it can be layered into a broader protocol. Consult a clinician for personalized advice, especially if on prescription medications.
What are the main herbs in this formula?
Key herbs include Dang Gui (Angelica sinensis), Bai Shao (Paeonia lactiflora), Fu Ling (Poria cocos), Ze Xie (Alisma plantago), and Chen Pi (Citrus reticulata).
Research
6 studies · 2010–2024
Evidence grade
ABCD
C · C · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for hormonal balance
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About Dang Gui Shao Yao San
Dang Gui Shao Yao San is a hormonal health supplement used to support hormonal balance. Angelica-peony formula for women’s blood and damp. It is available in tablet 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. Dang Gui Shao Yao San works through the mechanisms characteristic of its class — see the mechanism and research sections for detail. It primarily acts on the endocrine system, thyroid, reproductive system, and effects are dose-dependent, typically becoming measurable within 4-12 weeks for hormonal shifts. Consistency matters more than dose size for this category.
Evidence
Dang Gui Shao Yao San carries an evidence grade of C in the SacredBod catalog, reflecting emerging human evidence for hormonal balance. Angelica-peony formula for women’s blood and damp. Benefits are cumulative rather than immediate, typically becoming noticeable within 4-12 weeks for hormonal shifts, 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 hormonal imbalance, low libido, irregular cycles. 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 Hormonal Health category, Dang Gui Shao Yao San 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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