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Chinese Herbs for Pets
If you are considering Chinese herbal medicine for your pet, it is essential to consult with your veterinarian. They can provide professional advice based on your pet’s specific needs and health history, ensuring they receive the appropriate formula and dosage.
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Common Chinese Herbal Formulas for Veterinarians
As veterinary medicine continues to evolve, many practitioners are finding value in incorporating traditional Chinese medicine into their treatment plans. Chinese herbal formulas offer a natural and holistic approach to various health conditions, often working synergistically with conventional veterinary care.
The following list outlines common ailments and corresponding herbal formulas.
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San Qi Formula (San Qi Pain) is a hemostatic formula that can be used for both internal and external bleeding—anything from gastric ulcers to traumatic injuries. For internal conditions, the San Qi Formula can be easily combined with other formulas to address the root disorder.
Yunnan Baiyao is a Chinese herbal formula that is commonly used in dogs, cats, and horses to control bleeding (both internally and externally). It is believed to have hemostatic and anti-inflammatory properties and some studies have explored its potential role in cancer treatment. Further research is needed to understand its potential applications.
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Du Huo and Loranthus Formula (Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang) is a classical Chinese herbal formula used to address chronic arthritic conditions and limb weakness. It is especially beneficial for older animals with weakness in the hind end. This formula focuses on treating deficiency and is designed to help the hips, hips, back, and hindlimbs.
Chase Wind, Penetrate Bone Formula (Zhui Feng Tou Gu Wan) is another commonly used treatment for arthritis, focusing on the hips, lower back, and hindquarters. This formula addresses both deficient and excessive conditions and offers a more comprehensive approach to manage pain. It can be used for various types of joint pain, stiffness, and inflammation and is more appropriate when pain is more predominant than weakness.
Corydalis Formula (Shao Yao Gan Cao Jia Yan Hu Tang) is commonly used for pain. It can be easily added to other formulas to increase pain relief and help reduce inflammation. This formula also nourishes sinews and tendons and can be used for stiffness or muscular spasticity with pain.
Juan Bi Formula (Juan Bi Tang) is a great formula for pain due to arthritis in the front legs, shoulders, and elbows.
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Kuei and Tribulus Formula (Dang Gui Yin Zi) addresses skin conditions, specifically dry, itchy, flaky skin. It can be used for dry coats, dry noses, and dry pads. For skin conditions due to bacterial infections, combine Tang Kuei and Tribulus Formula with Coptis Relieve Toxicity Formula.
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Gastrodia and Uncaria Formula (Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin) may help manage seizures and epilepsy. This formula addresses spasms, tremors, and other involuntary muscle movements due to internal wind. It is commonly used for vertigo and dizziness and is also useful for hypertension defined by internal wind and heat pathology according to Chinese medicine.
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Coptis Relieve Toxicity Formula (Huang Lian Jie Du Pian) is based on a classical Chinese formula known as “Coptis and Scute.” It is primarily used to clear acute damp-heat and heat-toxins, making it appropriate for bacterial infections. This formula can be used by itself as well as concurrently with Western antibiotics.
Fritillaria and Pinellia Formula (Chuan Bei Ban Xia Tang) is especially suitable for treating upper respiratory infections that present with heat and phlegm. This formula is an antitussive and expectorant and is often used to treat bronchitis, pneumonia, kennel cough (also known as Bordetella), and similar conditions.
Viola Clear Fire Formula (Di Ding Qing Huo Pian) offers broad-spectrum antimicrobial actions and has a wide range of uses, including addressing viral, bacterial, and fungal infections. It is believed to be especially beneficial for respiratory infections but can be used for a variety of other conditions where heat-toxins are present.
Polyporus and Dianthus Formula (Zhu Ling Qu Mai Tang) is a commonly used formula to treat acute and chronic urinary tract infections.
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Bupleurum D Formula (Chai Hu Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang) is a commonly used formula for behavioral issues. It is most notably used for addressing aggression and anxiety, but it can also be used for emotional patterns like fear biting, hysteria with barking, insomnia, irritability, compulsive and repetitive behaviors, restlessness, pacing, and touch sensitivity.
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Amber Stone-Transforming Formula (Hu Po Hua Shi Pian) is used to treat kidney and bladder stones. This formula is employed to help dissolve calculi and promote the expulsion of stones. It can also be used as a preventive treatment in order to reduce the recurring risk.
Please keep in mind that:
Herbal remedies and supplements are not a replacement for professional veterinary care. Always consult your veterinarian before introducing any new herbal products to your pet's routine. Any treatments or herbal formulas suggested here should be used only under the guidance and supervision of your veterinarian.
Support your pet's well-being with all-natural supplements and Chinese herbal remedies.