Who is suitable for taking Angelicae? ——Comprehensive analysis of applicable groups and effects

As a traditional Chinese medicine, Angelica sinensis is mainly suitable for people with blood deficiency, irregular menstruation, postpartum recovery and people with low immunity. Its core functions are to nourish blood, activate blood circulation, regulate menstruation and relieve pain, and its secondary functions include moistening intestines and laxative, and enhancing physical fitness. This article will be developed from three levels: applicable symptoms, physical characteristics, and contraindications, and will be supported by authoritative data.

1. Analysis of core applicable groups

1.women group: Clinical studies show that Angelica sinensis can improve menstrual flow and abdominal pain during menstruation by 68% ("Chinese Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine"). Its ferulic acid component can regulate prostaglandin levels and relieve dysmenorrhea.
2.Postoperative/postpartum patients: Experiments by the Chinese Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences have confirmed that Angelica sinensis polysaccharide can accelerate hemoglobin recovery, and postpartum consumption can shorten the discharge time of lochia by 3-5 days.
3.anemia patients: Danggui Buxue Decoction (Astragalus: Angelica = 5:1) is more than 80% effective in treating iron deficiency anemia, but it needs to be taken for 2 months to be effective.

2. Extended applicable scenarios and matching suggestions

•Constipation due to blood deficiency in middle-aged and elderly people: Combining with hemp seeds can enhance the intestinal moisturizing effect. The formula of Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Affiliated Hospital shows that the effective rate is increased by 40%.
•Blood picture recovery after chemotherapy: When used in combination with Astragalus membranaceus at a ratio of 1:1, the leukocyte-increasing effect is better than that of Angelica sinensis alone (P<0.05).
•Adjuvant treatment for rheumatic arthralgia: It needs to be combined with rheumatism-removing drugs such as Qianghuo and Duhuo. The effect of single use is limited.

3. Warnings for caution and contraindications

1.Damp and hot constitution: Taking it by people with yellow and greasy tongue coating may aggravate acne or diarrhea (marked in "Chinese Pharmacopoeia")
2.patients with bleeding disorders: The antiplatelet effect of angelica may prolong the coagulation time
3.Early pregnancy: Large doses may stimulate uterine contraction (need to be used under the guidance of a physician)

4. Product purchasing guide

Summary: Angelica sinensis is the "holy medicine of the blood family", but it needs to be used based on syndrome differentiation. It is recommended that women start taking it 1 week before menstruation and continue for 3 cycles; patients with anemia should use vitamin C to promote iron absorption. When purchasing, look for the batch number starting with Z to avoid purchasing sulfur smoked products.

References:
1. "Chinese Pharmacopoeia" 2020 Edition 1
2. Zhang Boli's "Clinical Medication Guide of Traditional Chinese Medicine" People's Medical Publishing House
3. Special research on Angelica sinensis by China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences (2018-2021)
4. National Medical Products Administration registration data (as of 2023Q2)