Evidence supporting the use of: Dong quai
For the health condition: Amenorrhea

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Synopsis

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

Dong Quai (Angelica sinensis) has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for various women's health issues, including amenorrhea (the absence of menstruation). It is often referred to as "female ginseng" and is traditionally believed to "nourish the blood" and help regulate the menstrual cycle. In TCM, amenorrhea is often attributed to blood deficiency or stagnation, and Dong Quai is commonly included in herbal formulas intended to restore menstrual regularity.

From a scientific perspective, there is limited direct evidence supporting the efficacy of Dong Quai for treating amenorrhea specifically. Most modern research has focused on its potential effects for general menstrual health, menopausal symptoms, or dysmenorrhea, rather than amenorrhea. A few studies explore its phytoestrogenic properties, as Dong Quai contains compounds that may weakly mimic estrogen, potentially influencing hormonal balance. However, robust clinical trials targeting amenorrhea are lacking, and systematic reviews have concluded that evidence is insufficient to make firm recommendations for its use in this context.

Overall, the use of Dong Quai for amenorrhea is primarily justified by traditional use rather than strong scientific validation. While it remains popular in herbal medicine, particularly in East Asian cultures, its efficacy for amenorrhea specifically should be considered unproven according to current scientific standards.

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