Evidence supporting the use of: White Peony
For the health condition: Dysmenorrhea

Links: Go back one page, Tool main page, Ingredients list, Health conditions list, Body systems list

Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Paeonia lactiflora, commonly known as White Peony, has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), particularly in the treatment of gynecological disorders such as dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation). In TCM, White Peony is believed to "nourish the blood" and "regulate menstruation," often used in classic formulations such as Shao Yao Gan Cao Tang (Peony and Licorice Decoction) for alleviating menstrual cramps and spasms.

Modern scientific research into White Peony’s efficacy for dysmenorrhea remains limited. A few preclinical studies suggest Paeonia lactiflora extracts and its primary active component, paeoniflorin, may have anti-spasmodic, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic effects, which could theoretically contribute to relieving menstrual pain. Some small clinical studies, mostly from China, have evaluated formulas containing White Peony in combination with other herbs and reported improvements in dysmenorrhea symptoms. However, these studies often lack methodological rigor, have small sample sizes, and rarely isolate the effects of White Peony itself.

Overall, the use of White Peony for dysmenorrhea is primarily justified by a strong tradition, with some preliminary but inconclusive scientific evidence. Well-designed, large-scale clinical trials are needed to confirm its efficacy and clarify its mechanisms of action.

More about White Peony
More about Dysmenorrhea

Products containing White Peony

We currently have no products on Caring Sunshine that contain this ingredient.