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dong quai

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dong quai (doong kwa) (-kwi) Angelica sinensis (Chinese angelica), or its root, a preparation of which is used for gynecologic disorders.
dong quai (dng kw, kw)
n.
A perennial aromatic herb (Angelica sinensis) native to China and Japan, having a root that is used medicinally for gynecological complaints such as premenstrual syndrome, menstrual cramps, and menopausal symptoms.
dong quai (dng kwī),
n Latin name:
Angelica polymorphia var.
sinesis; part used: roots; uses: PMS, dysmenorrhea, menorrhagia, headaches, neuralgia, herpes, malaria, vitiligo, anemia; precautions; pregnancy, lactation, children; patients with breast, uterine, or ovarian cancer, bleeding conditions, inordinate periods, or acute illness, can cause nausea, bleeding, photosensitivity. Also called
Chinese angelica, dang gui, drykuei, tanggwi, tang-kuei, toki, and
women's ginseng. See also angelica.
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Dong quai and ginseng, which can cause heavy bleeding as well as problems for people on Coumadin.
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5% of women used at least one alternative medicine, including dietary supplements such as soy and linseed, herbal preparations such as black cohosh and dong quai, or non-prescription medications.
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Other herbal remedies, including isoflavones, red clover, evening primrose oil, ginseng, licorice, or dong quai, show little effect on menopausal symptoms.
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