Tapeworm Infectionaccording to TCM
Symptom family: Intestinal Parasitic Infections
Parent symptom: Intestinal Parasites
TCM Herbal Formulas for Tapeworm Infection
See more details below about Hua Chong Wan, a herbal formula used to address tapeworm infection.
- By Formula Type
- Formulas that expel parasites
Formulas that expel parasites
Tapeworm infection can be treated by these formulas when it is caused by parasitic infections, requiring anti-parasitic herbs to eliminate the parasites.
One such formula is Hua Chong Wan, with carpesium fruit as a key herb.
TCM Herbs for Tapeworm Infection
Explore below some TCM herbs used to address tapeworm infection, organized by herb category.
- By Herb Category
- Herbs that expel parasites
- Herbs that stop bleeding
Herbs that expel parasites
Tapeworm infection can be treated by these herbs if it arises from parasitic infections, utilizing their properties to eliminate parasites from the body.
One such herb is Carpesium Fruits (He Shi), a key herb in some formulas recommended for tapeworm infection, like Hua Chong Wan.
Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.
"Herbs that expel parasites" recommended for tapeworm infection
| Herb | Formulas they belong to (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Carpesium Fruits (He Shi) | Hua Chong Wan |
| Areca Nuts (Bing Lang) | Not applicable |
| Elm Seed Cakes (Wu Yi) | Not applicable |
| Male Fern Rhizomes (Guan Zhong) | Not applicable |
Herbs that stop bleeding
Tapeworm infection can be treated by these herbs in cases where it is due to internal or external bleeding, working to stabilize and constrict blood flow.
One such herb is Agrimony (Xian He Cao), which is directly recommended for tapeworm infection.