LPS Support is a balanced formula to address both the excess and the deficiency aspects of lupus. However, lupus is a complicated disorder with a wide variety of symptoms and severities.
Prior to purchasing this product, it is recommended to book a consultation with one of our acupuncturists in order to determine whether this herbal formula will be beneficial for you.
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Clinical Applications:
* Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
§ Lupus with inflammation in joints, tendons, and other connective tissues and organs
§ Lupus with arthritis, mouth sores, skin rash, facial rash, hair loss, depression, fever, sunlight sensitivity, extreme fatigue, joint pain, muscle pain and weakness, anemia, malar flush, headache, general malaise, and in severe cases, destruction of vital organs.
* Autoimmune diseases with manifestations of heat and fire
TCM Functions:
* Clears heat
* Eliminates toxins
* Nourishes yin, tonifies blood, and generates body fluids
Cautions and Contraindications
* The main emphasis of this formula is to use herbs to clear heat, eliminate toxins, and control the autoimmune and inflammatory conditions of lupus. Therefore, it contains many bitter and cold herbs, which may consume qi and yin. If the patient shows more signs and symptoms of such deficiencies, additional herbs and formulas should be given to strengthen the underlying constitutions. See Supplementary Formula section for details.
* Systemic lupus erythematosus is an autoimmune disorder. In theory, qi tonic herbs that stimulate the immune system, such as Huang Qi (Radix Astragali) and Ren Shen (Radix et Rhizoma Ginseng), should be used with caution. However, in clinical practice, these herbs may still be indicated based on differential diagnosis.
LPS Support
Bai Hua She She Cao (Herba Hedyotis)
Ban Zhi Lian (Herba Scutellariae Barbatae)
Chi Shao (Radix Paeoniae Rubrae)
Di Huang (Radix Rehmanniae)
Hong Hua (Flos Carthami)
Hu Zhang (Rhizoma et Radix Polygoni Cuspidati)
Ji Xiang Teng (Caulis Paederiae)
Jin Yin Hua (Flos Lonicerae Japonicae)
Lian Qiao (Fructus Forsythiae)
Mo Han Lian (Herba Ecliptae)
Mu Dan Pi (Cortex Moutan)
Tao Ren (Semen Persicae)
Xuan Shen (Radix Scrophulariae)
Ye Ju Hua (Flos Chrysanthemi Indici)
Zhi Mu (Rhizoma Anemarrhenae)