Gentle Lax (Deficient) is a mild formula suitable for deficient-type constipation. Deficient-type constipation is defined as chronic or habitual constipation, constipation in geriatric patients, or constipation in patients with red tongue, pale or sallow face, and general signs and symptoms of weakness.
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Clinical Applications:
* Constipation
* Chronic, habitual constipation with dry, hard stool
* Deficient-type constipation in postpartum, postsurgical, or convalescing individuals
* Mild colon cleanser
TCM Functions:
* Moistens the Intestines
* Unblocks the bowels
* Drains heat
* Nourishes yin and blood
Cautions and Contraindications
* Individuals with a sensitive gastrointestinal tract should take this formula with caution, as it may be irritating to the stomach and intestinal mucosa. Those who experience stomach discomfort should reduce the dosage and take the herbs with food.
* A more serious etiology should be suspected if the constipation is accompanied by vomiting, blood in the stools, weight loss, or a distended, tympanitic abdomen.
* This formula is contraindicated during pregnancy and nursing.
* This herbal formula contains herbs that invigorate blood circulation, such as Dang Gui Wei (Extremitas Radix Angelicae Sinensis). Therefore, patients who are on anticoagulant or antiplatelet therapies, such as Coumadin (warfarin), should use this formula with caution, or not at all, as there may be a higher risk of bleeding and bruising.[1],[2],[3]
* The following warning statement is required by the State of California: “This product contains Da Huang (Radix et Rhizoma Rhei). Read and follow directions carefully. Do not use if you have or develop diarrhea, loose stools, or abdominal pain because Da Huang (Radix et Rhizoma Rhei) may worsen these conditions and be harmful to your health. Consult your physician if you have frequent diarrhea or if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.”
Gentle Lax (Deficient)
Bai Shao (Radix Paeoniae Alba)
Bai Zi Ren (Semen Platycladi)
Da Huang (Radix et Rhizoma Rhei)
Dang Gui Wei (Extremitas Radix Angelicae Sinensis)
Hou Po (Cortex Magnoliae Officinalis)
Jue Ming Zi (Semen Cassiae)
Ku Xing Ren (Semen Armeniacae Amarum)
Mai Dong (Radix Ophiopogonis)
Tao Ren (Semen Persicae)
Xuan Shen (Radix Scrophulariae)
Yu Li Ren (Semen Pruni)
Zhi He Shou Wu (Radix Polygoni Multiflori Praeparata)
Zhi Shi (Fructus Aurantii Immaturus)