Because Gui Zhi Fu Ling Capsule has the effect of activating blood, taking it may affect the fetus, so pregnant women should avoid taking it, or follow the doctor’s advice.
Gui Zhi Fu Ling Capsule is composed of Gui Zhi, Poria, Peach Kernel, White Peony and Mudan Pi, which has the efficacy of activating blood circulation, resolving blood stasis and eliminating symptoms (eliminating abdominal lumps).
Gui Zhi Fu Ling Capsule can be used for the treatment of amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea, post-partum dysmenorrhea caused by blood stasis, uterine fibroids, chronic pelvic inflammatory disease, cystic hyperplasia of the mammary glands and other diseases belonging to the person who has blood stasis. Occasionally, gastric discomfort and vague pain can be seen after taking the medicine, which can disappear by itself after stopping the medicine. Pregnant women should not take the medicine, or follow the doctor’s instruction. Stop taking it during menstruation.
Therefore, pregnant women should avoid taking Gui Zhi Fu Ling Capsules, or should be used under the guidance of a physician.