Unblock the Orifices & Invigorate the Blood Teapills – Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan – Plum Flower
Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan is a traditional 8-herb Chinese formula traditionally used to invigorate Blood, dispel Blood Stasis, and open the orifices according to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory.
If you are looking for a traditional Chinese formula specifically associated with Blood Stasis affecting the head and upper body, Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan is a distinctive formula to know. It combines several well-known Blood-moving herbs, including Tao Ren, Hong Hua, Chi Shao, and Chuan Xiong, with herbs traditionally associated with the head and orifices.
Plum Flower prepares the complete formula as small teapills, giving you the traditional 8-herb combination without having to purchase, measure, simmer, and strain the individual bulk herbs.
What Is Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan?
Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan (通竅活血丸), also known as Tong Qiao Huo Xue Tang and Unblock the Orifices and Invigorate the Blood Pills, is a traditional Chinese herbal formula associated with a TCM pattern called Blood Stasis.
The name helps explain the traditional purpose of the formula. Tong Qiao refers to opening the orifices, while Huo Xue refers to invigorating or activating Blood.
In TCM, the “orifices” generally refer to sensory openings and functions associated with the head, including the eyes, ears, nose, and mouth, as well as aspects of mental clarity in traditional theory. It does not mean physically opening an artery or blood vessel.
Likewise, Blood Stasis is a TCM pattern describing Blood that is not moving freely according to traditional theory. It is not the same as a medical diagnosis of a blood clot or blocked artery.
Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan is traditionally used to:
- Invigorate Blood
- Dispel Blood Stasis
- Open the orifices
- Promote the movement of Qi and Blood
Product Details at a Glance
Traditional Name: Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan (通竅活血丸)
Also Known As: Tong Qiao Huo Xue Tang; Unblock the Orifices and Invigorate the Blood Pills
Brand: Plum Flower
Form: Prepared Chinese herbal teapills
Bottle Size: 200 teapills
Formula Size: 8 traditional ingredients
Label Directions: 8 teapills, 3 times daily
Approximate Supply: Approximately 8 days when taking 24 teapills per day
Origin: China
Preparation Required: None — swallow the prepared teapills with water
Allergen Information: Contains peach kernel.
What Herbs Are in Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan?
This Plum Flower formula contains 8 traditional ingredients. The formula brings together several herbs traditionally used to invigorate Blood with herbs that help give Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan its particular focus on the head and orifices.
| Pin Yin | Botanical Ingredient | Traditional Role |
|---|---|---|
| Tao Ren | Prunus persica seed | Traditionally invigorates Blood and dispels Blood Stasis. Also traditionally used to moisten the intestines. |
| Hong Hua | Carthamus tinctorius flower | Traditionally invigorates Blood and dispels Blood Stasis. |
| Chi Shao | Paeonia lactiflora root | Traditionally cools the Blood while invigorating Blood and dispelling stasis. |
| Chuan Xiong | Ligusticum chuanxiong rhizome | Traditionally invigorates Blood, moves Qi, and has a traditional association with the head and upper body. |
| Bai Zhi | Angelica dahurica root | An aromatic herb traditionally associated with the head and traditionally used to disperse Wind and open the nasal passages. |
| Da Zao | Ziziphus jujuba fruit | Traditionally supports Qi and helps harmonize the formula. |
| Sheng Jiang | Zingiber officinale fresh rhizome | Traditionally warms and harmonizes the middle and works together with Da Zao to balance the formula. |
| Shi Chang Pu | Acorus tatarinowii rhizome | Traditionally opens the orifices and transforms Phlegm according to TCM theory. |
Other Ingredients
Maltose, hydrated magnesium silicate, activated carbon, China wax.
Allergen Information: Contains peach kernel.
Why These Herbs?
The character of Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan comes from the way its eight herbs work together within traditional Chinese herbal theory.
Tao Ren and Hong Hua form an important Blood-moving partnership. They are frequently paired in traditional formulas intended to invigorate Blood and dispel Blood Stasis.
Chi Shao adds another Blood-invigorating herb while traditionally cooling the Blood. Chuan Xiong helps move both Qi and Blood and has a particular traditional association with the head and upper body.
Shi Chang Pu contributes the formula's traditional action of opening the orifices, while Bai Zhi is another herb with a traditional affinity for the head.
Da Zao and Sheng Jiang help harmonize the overall formula.
This combination is what makes Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan different from simply taking an individual Blood-moving herb.
What Does Blood Stasis Mean?
Blood Stasis is one of the traditional patterns recognized in Chinese medicine. In simple terms, it describes a situation in which Blood is not considered to be moving freely according to TCM theory.
Traditional descriptions of Blood Stasis may include fixed or persistent discomfort, darker or purplish coloration, or other signs evaluated as part of the person's overall TCM pattern.
Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan has a more specific traditional focus because the formula combines Blood-moving herbs with herbs traditionally associated with the head and orifices.
This distinction is important because not every complaint involving circulation, discomfort, or the head represents Blood Stasis according to TCM.
Why Teapills & How Do I Use Them?
Tong Qiao Huo Xue is an 8-herb traditional formula. Preparing it from individual bulk herbs would require obtaining the correct ingredients, measuring them, preparing a decoction, simmering the herbs, straining the liquid, and cleaning everything afterward.
Teapills make the traditional formula much easier to use. The herbs have already been combined and prepared into small pills, so there is no brewing, no measuring individual bulk herbs, no straining, and no herbal preparation cleanup.
Simply swallow the prepared teapills with water according to the product directions.
Manufacturer's standard dosage: 8 teapills, 3 times per day.
At 24 teapills per day, a 200-count bottle provides approximately 8 days of use.
Follow the directions on the product you receive unless your qualified healthcare practitioner has provided different instructions.
Is Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan the Right Traditional Formula?
Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan is traditionally associated with a relatively specific pattern: Blood Stasis affecting the upper body and orifices.
It is better understood as a pattern-specific traditional formula rather than simply a general circulation supplement.
This matters because Chinese herbal formulas are traditionally selected according to the complete pattern rather than a single symptom. Different TCM patterns can sometimes produce similar complaints but call for very different herbal approaches.
For customers who already know that Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan matches the traditional pattern they are addressing, the Plum Flower teapills provide the complete 8-herb formula in a convenient prepared form.
How Does Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan Compare With Other Blood-Moving Formulas?
Several traditional Chinese formulas invigorate Blood, but they are not interchangeable. Their traditional pattern focus and ingredient combinations are different.
| Formula | Traditional Focus | What Makes It Different? |
|---|---|---|
| Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan | Blood Stasis affecting the upper body and orifices | Combines Blood-moving herbs with Shi Chang Pu and other herbs traditionally associated with the head and orifices. |
| Xue Fu Zhu Yu Wan | Blood Stasis traditionally associated with the chest | A broader Blood-moving formula traditionally focused on the chest and movement of both Qi and Blood. |
| Shao Fu Zhu Yu Wan | Blood Stasis with Cold traditionally affecting the lower abdomen | Has a warming traditional strategy and a different lower-abdominal focus. |
The presence of Blood-moving herbs in several formulas does not make the formulas equivalent. The traditional pattern is an important part of choosing among them.
Research on Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan & Its Herbs
Tongqiao Huoxue Decoction and several individual herbs in the formula have been investigated in modern scientific research. These links are provided for customers who would like to explore the published literature.
- Tongqiao Huoxue Decoction Research – PubMed
- Tao Ren (Prunus persica) Research – PubMed
- Hong Hua (Carthamus tinctorius) Research – PubMed
- Chuan Xiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong) Research – PubMed
- Chi Shao (Paeonia lactiflora) Research – PubMed
- Shi Chang Pu (Acorus tatarinowii) Research – PubMed
Research note: Scientific studies may use traditional decoctions, extracts, isolated compounds, concentrations, or dosages that differ from this Plum Flower teapill product. Research is provided for educational purposes and does not establish that this product treats a disease or medical condition.
Safety & Important Considerations
Pregnancy: The manufacturer states that Tong Qiao Huo Xue Teapills are contraindicated during pregnancy.
Allergen Information: Contains peach kernel.
Blood Thinners and Bleeding: Because this formula contains several herbs traditionally used to invigorate Blood, consult your physician or pharmacist before use if you take anticoagulant, antiplatelet, or other medications that affect bleeding or clotting.
Bleeding Disorders: Consult your healthcare professional before use if you have a bleeding or clotting disorder.
Surgery: Discuss the use of this formula with your healthcare professional if you are preparing for surgery or another medical procedure.
Medical Conditions: Consult your qualified healthcare professional before using this formula if you have a significant medical condition or take prescription medications.
Important: “Blood Stasis” and “opening the orifices” are Traditional Chinese Medicine concepts. Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan is not intended to treat a blood clot, blocked artery, stroke, heart attack, or other medical emergency.
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Why Buy Plum Flower Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan?
When you are looking for a traditional formula such as Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan, knowing exactly what is in the bottle matters. This Plum Flower formula contains the traditional 8-herb combination of Tao Ren, Hong Hua, Chi Shao, Chuan Xiong, Bai Zhi, Da Zao, Sheng Jiang, and Shi Chang Pu.
The prepared teapill form is particularly useful for customers who want the traditional combination but do not want to purchase and prepare eight separate bulk herbs.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan
What is Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan?
Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan is a traditional 8-ingredient Chinese herbal formula also known as Tong Qiao Huo Xue Tang and Unblock the Orifices and Invigorate the Blood Pills.
What does Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan traditionally do?
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine theory, the formula traditionally invigorates Blood, dispels Blood Stasis, promotes the movement of Qi and Blood, and opens the orifices.
What does “Blood Stasis” mean?
Blood Stasis is a TCM pattern describing Blood that is not moving freely according to traditional Chinese Medicine theory. It should not be confused with a Western medical diagnosis of a blood clot or blocked blood vessel.
What does “open the orifices” mean?
In TCM terminology, the orifices generally refer to sensory openings and functions associated with the head, including the eyes, ears, nose, and mouth, as well as aspects of mental clarity in traditional theory. It does not mean physically opening a blood vessel.
What herbs are in Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan?
The Plum Flower formula contains Tao Ren, Hong Hua, Chi Shao, Chuan Xiong, Bai Zhi, Da Zao, Sheng Jiang, and Shi Chang Pu.
Does Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan contain peach kernel?
Yes. Tao Ren is Prunus persica seed, or peach kernel. The manufacturer specifically identifies peach kernel in the allergen information.
Can Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan be used during pregnancy?
No. The manufacturer states that Tong Qiao Huo Xue Teapills are contraindicated during pregnancy.
Can I take Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan with blood thinners?
Consult your physician or pharmacist before using this formula if you take anticoagulant, antiplatelet, or other medications that affect bleeding or clotting.
How do I take Tong Qiao Huo Xue Teapills?
The manufacturer's standard dosage is 8 teapills, 3 times per day. Follow the directions on the product you receive or instructions provided by your qualified healthcare practitioner.
Do I need to brew Tong Qiao Huo Xue?
No. The herbs have already been prepared as teapills. There is no measuring individual herbs, brewing, simmering, straining, or herbal preparation cleanup.
How long does a 200-count bottle last?
At the standard dosage of 24 teapills per day, a 200-count bottle provides approximately 8 days of use.
Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan — The Traditional 8-Herb Formula in a Convenient Teapill
Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan has a distinctive place among traditional Blood-moving formulas because it combines Tao Ren, Hong Hua, Chi Shao, and Chuan Xiong with herbs traditionally associated with the head and orifices.
If you already know that Tong Qiao Huo Xue Wan is the traditional formula you are looking for, Plum Flower teapills give you the complete 8-herb combination without the work involved in preparing the formula from individual bulk herbs.
No measuring. No brewing. No straining. Take the prepared teapills with water according to the label directions.
Important Disclaimer
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Traditional uses described on this page refer to Traditional Chinese Medicine theory and are provided for educational purposes.
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