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

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Synopsis

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

San-Qi Ginseng (Panax notoginseng, also known as Tianqi or Notoginseng) has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), primarily for its purported effects on blood circulation, hemostasis, and as a tonic. In TCM, dizziness is often attributed to blood deficiency, poor circulation, or "wind" affecting the head. San-Qi Ginseng is traditionally used to "invigorate the blood" and "remove blood stasis," which practitioners believe helps alleviate symptoms like dizziness, especially when related to blood flow issues or after traumatic injuries.

However, while there is robust documentation of its traditional usage, modern scientific studies specifically investigating San-Qi Ginseng for the treatment of dizziness are limited. Some pharmacological research suggests that its saponins (notoginsenosides) can improve microcirculation and have neuroprotective effects, but these studies rarely focus directly on dizziness as an outcome. Most clinical or preclinical studies have instead examined its effects on cardiovascular health, bleeding, or neuroprotection in contexts such as stroke. Therefore, the use of San-Qi Ginseng for dizziness remains primarily justified by traditional practice and is not strongly supported by high-quality clinical evidence.

In summary, San-Qi Ginseng is used for dizziness mainly based on TCM theory and traditional application, with only indirect scientific support relating to its potential to improve circulation and reduce cerebral ischemia.

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