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Evodia (Wu Zhu Yu) Powder / Capsule

A traditional supplement preparation using Evodia (Wu Zhu Yu) (Tetradium ruticarpum), addressing headache, nausea, digestive issues.

supplementstcmBeginner⏱ 10–20 minutesShelf life: 6–12 months stored cool and dryDosage: 500 mg – 1 g, 1–3× daily

Generated from this herb's full profile — safety warnings, contraindications, and sourcing.

Benefits

HeadacheNauseaDigestive IssuesHigh Blood PressureCold LimbsPain

Ingredients

  • Evodia (Wu Zhu Yu) — As needed

Instructions

  1. Grind dried Evodia (Wu Zhu Yu) into a fine powder.
  2. Fill size 00 capsules or stir into smoothies or honey.

Interactions & contraindications

Evodia (Wu Zhu Yu)

Full profile
  • Pre-surgery — discontinue at least 2 weeks prior (potential antiplatelet effect)

No herb-specific pregnancy/child safety research is documented for Evodia (Wu Zhu Yu) in our references — the guidance below is based on its general effect category, not research on Evodia (Wu Zhu Yu) itself. Always confirm with a midwife, doctor, or pediatrician.

Pregnancy

Use Caution

This herb may affect blood pressure. Since blood pressure changes are a significant pregnancy risk factor (e.g. preeclampsia), herbs in this category are generally used only under medical supervision rather than self-directed — this is a general, mechanism-based caution, not herb-specific research.

Breastfeeding

Use Caution

Generally used cautiously during breastfeeding, particularly if the nursing parent is also on blood pressure medication.

Children

Use Caution

Blood-pressure-active herbs are generally used cautiously in children and typically only under pediatric guidance.

May affect blood pressure

Watch for: Antihypertensive medications (ACE inhibitors, beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers, diuretics)

Combined use can push blood pressure too high or too low — monitor readings if you take blood pressure medication.