Xiao Huo Luo Pian MeridianClear is a regarded Chinese medicine that warms and unblocks the channels to support normal movement and function of the limbs.
 
Xiao Huo Luo Pian invigorates the blood, unblocks the channels, dispels wind and dampness and transforms phlegm to relieve numbness and discomfort. Xiao Huo Luo Pian is also particularly useful in relieving discomfort due to Wind-Cold-Damp obstruction ("Bi syndrome" in TCM). In both cases, symptoms are aggravated by Cold and there is reduced range of motion. Frequently, these symptoms are most severe in the lower body.
 
The tongue is typically moist and white, reflecting interior cold. Xiao Huo Luo Pian is both warming and dispersing, therefore it is contraindicated in cases of Yin deficiency, weak constitution and pregnancy.
 
Today, Xiao Huo Luo Pian may be used to provide support for rehab with the appropriate TCM pattern presentation.
 
Xiao Huo Luo Pian is an important classical formula for releasing Wind, Cold and Dampness from the body and restoring proper physiological function to the channels.
 
Xiao Huo Luo Pian is composed of six herbal medicinals which powerfully warm the channels and dispel Wind-Cold-Dampness. The chief herbs are Zhi Chuan Wu (prepared mother root of common monkshood) and Zhi Cao Wu (prepared wild monkshood root). Chuan Wu and Cao Wu are among the most effective herbs in the Chinese materia medica for warming the channels and dispersing Cold and Dampness.
 
Dan Nan Xing (Arisaema pulvis) is a deputy herb in this formula whose primary functions are in dispelling Wind and dissolving Phlegm. Dan Nan Xing is cool in nature and somewhat mitigates the hot nature of the other herbs in the formula.
 
The two assistant herbs Mo Yao (Myrrh) and Ru Xiang (Boswellia resin) invigorate the blood, relieve discomfort and increase Qi flow in the meridians. Finally, Di Long (Earthworm) opens the channels and extinguishes Wind. Di Long is frequently found in formulas which address Bi / obstruction syndrome as it is extremely effective at unblocking the meridians.
 
Actions:
Dispels Wind
Eliminates Dampness
Transforms Phlegm
Invigorates the Blood
Unblocks the collaterals
Alleviates pain
Warms the channels and collaterals
 
Indications:
Obstruction of the channels by Wind-Cold-Dampness, Blood Stasis and Phlegm, Stubborn Bi, chronic pain weakness and numbness especially in the lower extremities,, muscle spasms, cramps, heaviness and pain in the lower back and legs. pain in the bones and joints with reduced range of motion, numbness or paralysis in the hands and feet. Arthritis, osetoarthritis, sciatica.
 
Directions:
2 tablets each time, taken 2 times daily with or before meals on an average body weight of 110 lb. One bottle lasts users 25 days.
 
The dose may be increased proportionally on body weight. Consult your practitioner for precise dosage recommendations on this and other factors.
 
Precautions:
Not for use during pregnancy.
Consult your herbalist or physician before use if you are taking other medications or receiving other medical treatments.
Discontinue use if allergic reaction occurs.
Keep out of reach of children.
Discontinue use if you experience numbness of the tongue, headache, dizziness, abdominal pain, shortness of breath or any adverse reactions.
Xiao Huo Luo Pian is a warming and dispersing formula, therefore it is contraindicated in cases of Yin deficiency or weak constitution.