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White Peony (Bai Shao) Powder / Capsule

A traditional supplement preparation using White Peony (Bai Shao) (Paeonia lactiflora), addressing pain, menopause, anxiety.

supplementstcmBeginner10–20 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

PainMenopauseAnxietyMuscle RecoveryFibroidsWomen's Health

Ingredients

  • White Peony (Bai Shao)As needed

Instructions

  1. Grind dried White Peony (Bai Shao) into a fine powder.
  2. Fill size 00 capsules or stir into smoothies or honey.

Interactions & contraindications

White Peony (Bai Shao)

Full profile
  • Pregnancy — may stimulate uterine contractions (avoid entirely)
  • Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
  • Hormone-sensitive conditions (breast/ovarian cancer, endometriosis) — phytoestrogenic activity possible

May affect hormone levels

Watch for: Hormone therapies, oral contraceptives, and tamoxifen or similar medications

Some herbs have mild phytoestrogenic or hormone-modulating activity that can interact with hormonal medications.

May have a calming/sedative effect

Watch for: Benzodiazepines, sleep medications, other sedative herbs, and alcohol

Combined CNS-depressant effects can cause excessive drowsiness or impaired coordination.