Side effects and contraindications of Angelica sinensis

The side effects of Angelica sinensis are not clear, contraindications are dampness (too much dampness leading to fullness and discomfort in the spleen and stomach), loose stools, and caution for pregnant women. Angelica sinensis is a kind of traditional Chinese medicine, which has the effects of activating blood circulation and relieving pain (relieving pain by removing blood stasis), moistening the bowels and laxatives, tonifying blood and regulating menstruation, etc. It has a sweet, pungent flavor, and can be used for a variety of purposes. Angelica sinensis is sweet, pungent and warm in nature. It belongs to the liver, heart and spleen meridians. Clinically, it is mainly used for blood deficiency and atrophy, dizziness and palpitations (rapid heartbeat, often accompanied by panic), menstrual disorders, menstrual closure and dysmenorrhea, abdominal pain, rheumatism and paralysis, bruises, carbuncle and gangrene (a kind of venomous sores, which occur in the surface of the body, the limbs, and the internal organs of the acute suppurative disease) sores, intestinal dryness and constipation. Wine Angelica sinensis activates blood circulation and passes menstruation. Contraindications for Angelica sinensis are mainly heatiness in the body with bleeding symptoms, which is related to the warmth of Angelica sinensis. If there is a need for medication, it is recommended to use it under the guidance of a Chinese medicine practitioner, and it is not advisable to take the medication on one’s own in order to avoid adverse effects.