Vaginal discharge is an intimate matter. Some vaginal discharge is normal. It is secreted by glands in the vagina and cervix to flush out bacteria and dead cells. This process helps lubricate and clean the vagina and prevent infection. Normal discharge should be white, thin or thick, and odorless and in a daily amount of about a teaspoon. The exact amount varies due to ovulation, menstrual flow, and sexual activity etc.

From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), any vaginal discharge is a result of balance with dampness and heat below the "belt channel" or Dai Mai (带脉) which circles the waist of the body. The discharge is itself a form of dampness, and the yellow or green color and fishy smell are signs of heat. The Kidneys source the production of vaginal discharge, the Spleen controls its transformation, and the belt channel restricts its discharge.

A main TCM approach to maintain vaginal health is therefore to drain the dampness and clear the heat. Feminclean™ (Yu Dai Wan) is a classic Chinese herbal formula that follows the TCM principle. The Chinese medicine acts to clear away heat and remove dampness and helps restore the balance. It is composed of Si Wu Tang, a famous Chinese medicine for women to nourish the Blood, along with 3 other Chinese herbs as detailed below.

• Chun Gen Pi (Ailanthus bark) is the chief Chinese herb in the formula. It is cold, bitter, and astringent in nature. Its cold nature helps clear the heat whereas its astringent property helps dry the discharge.

• Huang Bai (Phellodendron bark) is bitter and cold as well. The Chinese herb drains Damp-Heat, especially when they are located in the lower part of the body. Huang Bai also drains fire and removes toxins. In the formula, Huang Bai strengthens the action of Chun Gen Pi.

• Gao Liang Jiang (Galangal rhizome) warms the stomach and disperse the cold. It balances the action of the cold Chun Gen Pi and Huang Bai herbs.

• Shu Di Huang (prepared Rehmannia root) nourishes the Yin energy and tonifies the blood.

• Dang Gui (Angelica sinensis root) is a well known Chinese herb that nourishes the blood and supports healthy menses.

• Bai Shao (Poeny root) nourishes the blood and harmonizes the liver.

• Chuan Xiong (Szechuan lovage rhizome) is a unique Chinese herb that both invigorates the Blood and moves Qi. It expels wind and relieves discomfort.

The last four herbs also constitute Si Wu Tang.

References

Chinese tree-of-heaven stem or root bark	Ailanthus altissima	(Chun Gen Pi)
Chinese peony root without bark	Paeonia lactiflora	(Bai Shao)
Rehmannia cured root tuber	Rehmannia glutinosa	(Shu Di Huang)
Dong quai root	Angelica sinensis	(Dang Gui)
Lesser galangal rhizome	Alpinia officinarum	(Gao Liang Jiang)
Phellodendron stem bark	Phellodendron chinense	(Huang Bo)
Sichuan lovage rhizome	Ligusticum chuanxiong	(Chuan Xiong)

Guang Ci Tang® Yu Dai Pian (Feminclean™) 40 grams in 200 mg 200 tablets @ 5:1 strength.

At a true 5:1 concentration, this product represents the most potent form of Yu Dai Pian (Wan) on the market. One tablet is equal to 1 gram of raw herb.

Please note that Guang Ci Tang® Yu Dai Wan in the pill form, which has the same formulation as the tablet, is discontinued.

Yu Dai Pian tablets are made with 100% natural herbs that are tested for authenticity, quality, and potency. A traditional water decoction is prepared with the herbs to reproduce the time-tested efficacy of the formula, and this water decoction is concentrated with our proprietary technology to form a potent extract that is made into easily absorbed tablets, which are remarkably effective, easy to use, and safe. The tablets are produced by Guang Ci Tang® in our state of the art cGMP-certified facility and imported in accordance with U.S. FDA guidelines. When you choose Guang Ci Tang® products, you are taking advantage of a wonderful fusion of science and tradition that incorporates the highest standards in the field of Chinese medicine today.

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The standard dosage for Feminclean™ is 5 tablets each time, taken 2 to 3 times daily with or before meals. One bottle lasts users 14 to 20 days. The dose may be doubled for a quicker and stronger response as needed. Consult your practitioner for precise dosage recommendations based on body weight and other factors.

Feminclean™ has a mild action and therefore it usually takes time before its effects become apparent.

Side effects

Feminclean™ has been safely used with few adverse effects when used as directed.

Warning

1. Not for use during pregnancy.

Allergy

Feminclean™ is gluten free

Precaution