Gentiana Complex is formulated to treat fire in the Liver and the Gallbladder channels and damp-heat in the lower jiao. Fire in the Liver and Gallbladder is characterized by headache, red eyes, hypochondriac pain, a bitter taste in the mouth, deafness, and swollen or painful inner ears. Damp-heat in the lower jiao manifest with swelling and itching of the external genitalia, sweating in the groin, dysuria, turbid urine, and yellow, foul-smelling leukorrhea in women.
 
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:
* Hypertension (excess-type) with anger, flushed face, dizziness, and throbbing headache
* Viral infection, such as genital herpes and herpes zoster
* Bacterial or fungal infections, such as urinary tract infection, vaginal infection, yeast infection, herpes infection, boils, carbuncles, acute cystitis, urethritis, and related discomforts or dysfunctions
* Liver and gallbladder disorders, such as acute icteric hepatitis, and acute cholecystitis
 
TCM Functions: 
* Drains fire from the Liver and the Gallbladder channels
* Clears damp-heat from the lower jiao
* Nourishes yin
 
Cautions and Contraindications
* Herbal treatment is ineffective for malignant hypertension and some secondary hypertension, such as renal stenosis or pheochromocytoma. Refer the patient to a medical doctor, as surgical intervention may be necessary.
* Gentiana Complex should be taken for approximately one to two weeks when treating viral, bacterial or fungal infection. Once the infection subsides, the patient should be placed on a maintenance regimen using Nourish to prevent future attacks.
* Gentiana Complex is contraindicated for long-term use when treating viral, bacterial or fungal infection. This formula is designed to treat only the acute conditions, and should not be used for long-term or prophylactic treatments.
* Some patients may experience mild stomach discomfort or loose stools, which may be alleviated by reducing the dosage of herbs or taking the herbs with food.
* This formula is contraindicated during pregnancy and nursing.
* This herbal formula contains herbs that invigorate blood circulation, such as Dan Shen (Radix et Rhizoma Salviae Miltiorrhizae). 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.
* 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.”