Phlebitisaccording to TCM

Formulas that warm and purge

Phlebitis can be treated by these formulas if it stems from cold accumulation coupled with excess conditions, necessitating warming and purging actions.

One such formula is Da Huang Fu Zi Tang, with prepared aconite as a key herb.

Formulas that regulate Blood

Phlebitis can be treated by these formulas when it stems from irregularities or imbalances in the blood, which may affect circulation or cause other blood-related issues.

One such formula is Bu Yang Huang Wu Tang, with milkvetch root as a key herb.

Formulas that invigorate Blood and dispel Blood Stagnation

Phlebitis can be treated by these formulas if it arises from poor blood circulation or stagnation of blood, which often manifests in pain or swelling.

One such formula is Di Dang Tang, with leech as a key herb.

Herbs that invigorate the Blood

Phlebitis can be treated by these herbs when it stems from stagnation or poor circulation of blood, helping to improve blood flow and alleviate related discomfort.

One such herb is Leeches (Shui Zhi), a key herb in some formulas recommended for phlebitis, like Di Dang Tang.

Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.

Herbs that warm the Interior and/or expel Cold

Phlebitis can be treated by these herbs if it is due to internal coldness or deficient Yang energy, working to warm the body and dispel cold.

One such herb is Prepared Aconite (Zhi Fu Zi), a key herb in some formulas recommended for phlebitis, like Da Huang Fu Zi Tang.

Tonic herbs for Qi Deficiency

Phlebitis can be treated by these herbs when stemming from a lack of vital energy or Qi, helping to boost energy and overall vitality.

One such herb is Milkvetch Roots (Huang Qi), a key herb in some formulas recommended for phlebitis, like Bu Yang Huang Wu Tang.