Chinese medicines for pain relief include Qiangwu, turmeric and other Chinese herbs, as well as pain-relieving Zijin Pills, Ten Fragrant Pain Relieving Pills and other proprietary Chinese medicines.
1. Qiangwu: This medicine has the efficacy of dispelling wind and dampness, relieving epidermis and dispersing cold (removing cold from the surface of the muscle), and relieving pain. It can be used to treat rheumatism and paralysis, wind-cold cold, headache, shoulder and back pain, and neck straightening, etc. It has a strong odor and can cause vomiting. This product has a strong odor, excessive dosage may cause vomiting, and should not be taken by those with weak spleen and stomach. It should not be taken by those with weak spleen and stomach. It should be used with caution for those with blood deficiency and paralysis, and those with headache due to yin deficiency.
2. Turmeric: This medicine has the efficacy of breaking the blood and moving qi, promoting menstruation and relieving pain, and can treat chest paralysis (chest tightness and pain), heart pain, thoracic and hypochondriac (chest and ribs area collectively) stabbing pain, dysmenorrhea, dysmenorrhea, bruxism, toothache, swollen and painful gums, dermatophytosis pain and itching, and so on. Adverse reactions such as increased frequency of bowel movements, mild stomach upset, dry mouth may occur after taking turmeric.
3. Pain Relieving Zijin Pill: This medicine is composed of cloves, blood exhaust, angelica, cooked rhubarb, etc. It has the efficacy of soothing tendons and activating blood circulation, eliminating blood stasis and relieving pain, and is used for the treatment of localized pain, musculoskeletal pain, swelling, and unfavorable movement. Adverse reactions are not clear. Pregnant women should not take this medicine.
4. Ten Fragrant Pain Relieving Pills: This medicine is composed of Xiang Fu (vinegar-roasted), Sandalwood, Wu Yao, etc. It has the efficacy of dispersing Qi, relieving depression, dispersing cold and relieving pain, and is used for the treatment of fullness in the two ribs, stagnation of Qi and cold in the stomach, stabbing pain in the stomach and epigastric cavity, and hidden pain in the abdomen, etc. Adverse reactions are not clear. Adverse effects are not clear. Ginseng or its preparations should not be taken at the same time.
In addition, it should be noted that those who are allergic to the above drugs are prohibited from using it. If use is required, the medicine should be used in strict accordance with the doctor’s prescription after identification by a professional doctor.