Evidence supporting the use of: San-Qi Ginseng
For the health condition: Chest Pain

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 3

San-Qi Ginseng (also known as Panax notoginseng or Tian Qi) has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for treating chest pain, particularly that associated with cardiovascular issues such as angina pectoris. In TCM, San-Qi is believed to “invigorate the blood,” resolve blood stasis, and reduce swelling and pain. Historical texts and modern TCM practice both reference its use for symptoms resembling chest pain due to its purported effects on circulation and clot reduction.

Modern pharmacological studies have begun to investigate San-Qi’s active constituents, such as saponins (notoginsenosides), which have demonstrated anti-inflammatory, anti-thrombotic, and vasodilatory effects in preclinical models. Some small clinical studies and meta-analyses suggest potential benefit in improving blood flow and reducing symptoms of angina when used adjunctively with conventional therapies. However, these studies are limited by small sample sizes, variable quality, and lack of large-scale randomized controlled trials.

Overall, the use of San-Qi Ginseng for chest pain is rooted primarily in tradition, supported by a moderate and growing—though not definitive—body of scientific evidence. The traditional foundation is strong (rating: 3), but more rigorous clinical research is needed to establish efficacy and safety conclusively for this indication in Western medicine.

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