Period Pain Formula

INGREDIENTS

Each pill contains the equiv. to dry:

Red Peony, root 42.8mg

Dong Quai, root 32.1mg

Salvia, root 32.1mg

Cordyalis, rhiz. 32.1mg

Nutgrass, rhiz. 32.1mg

Cattail, pollen 32.1mg

Prune, seed 32.1mg

Lindera, root 32.1mg

Szechuan Lovage, root 21.4mg

Zedoary, root 21.4mg

Notoginseng, root 21.4mg

White Peony, root 21.4mg

Siberian Motherwort, herb 21.4mg

Store below 30°C

Contains 200 x 200mg pills.

AUSTL 400850

Manufactured In Australia.

Indications: strong period pain, maybe clots, endometriosis pain.

Actions: invigorate the blood, break up blood stasis, alleviate pain.

Dosage: 12 - 15 pills 2 - 3 times per day as symptoms return. Have near food.

Can be used with other painkillers.

Treat more, not less. Treat sooner, rather than later.

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Tong Jing Tang – "Period Pain"

Relieving Pain by Restoring Healthy Menstrual Flow

A traditional Chinese herbal formula used to relieve painful menstruation by improving pelvic circulation, relaxing uterine muscle spasm and restoring the smooth flow of Qi and Blood.

What is Tong Jing Tang?

Period pain is often dismissed as "just part of being a woman."

But for many women, it is much more than that.

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Every month they prepare themselves for:

• cramping pain

• lower abdominal discomfort

• aching lower back

• nausea

• headaches

• fatigue

• time away from work or school

Many simply learn to live with it.

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Chinese medicine has never accepted that severe menstrual pain is normal.

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Instead, it asks a simple question:

"Why is the period painful?"

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In many women, the answer lies in poor circulation and restricted movement within the pelvis.

Tong Jing Tang was developed specifically to restore that movement.

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At Chiron Medical we call it "Period Pain", because relieving painful menstruation is exactly what this formula was designed to do.

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A Formula Designed Specifically for Painful Periods

Unlike many classical formulas that address broad constitutional patterns, Tong Jing Tang was developed to focus specifically on dysmenorrhoea—painful menstruation.

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Its therapeutic strategy is simple:

• improve pelvic circulation

• relax uterine muscle tension

• reduce inflammation

• restore normal menstrual flow

Rather than simply suppressing pain, it seeks to remove the physiological processes creating the pain.

Why We Call It "Period Pain"

Healthy menstruation should occur with minimal discomfort.

When pain becomes severe enough to interfere with normal life, Chinese medicine considers this a sign that the normal movement of Qi and Blood has become impaired.

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Typical symptoms include:

• painful menstrual cramps

• lower abdominal pain

• clotting

• heavy pressure

• pain before or during menstruation

• pain relieved after blood flow begins

• lower back pain

Many women also experience:

• bloating

• emotional tension

• breast tenderness

• fatigue

What Is It Traditionally Used For?

Traditionally, Tong Jing Tang is prescribed for Qi Stagnation and Blood Stasis causing dysmenorrhoea.

Women's Health

Frequently prescribed for:

• painful periods

• menstrual cramps

• pelvic pain

• clotting during menstruation

• difficult menstrual flow

Pelvic Circulation

Traditionally considered where:

• circulation is sluggish

• pain improves once bleeding begins

• pelvic congestion is present

The Herbs That Make the Formula

Tong Jing Tang brings together thirteen herbs that work together to improve pelvic circulation, relax painful uterine cramping, reduce inflammation and support healthy menstrual flow.

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Unlike simple pain-relieving formulas, it addresses both the immediate pain and the underlying restriction of Qi and Blood believed to contribute to dysmenorrhoea.

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Chi Shao (Red Peony Root)

Traditional role

Moves Blood while cooling inflammation and relieving pelvic pain.

Biomedical actions

Research demonstrates:

• anti-inflammatory activity

• improved microcirculation

• reduction of inflammatory mediators

• antioxidant effects

Dang Gui (Chinese Angelica Root)

Traditional role

Nourishes and moves Blood while regulating menstruation.

Biomedical actions

Research suggests:

• improved pelvic circulation

• support for healthy uterine blood flow

• anti-inflammatory activity

• tissue repair

Dan Shen (Salvia Root)

Traditional role

One of Chinese medicine's premier herbs for improving Blood circulation and relieving pain caused by Blood Stasis.

Biomedical actions

Research demonstrates:

• improved microvascular circulation

• vasodilation

• anti-inflammatory effects

• antioxidant activity

• endothelial protection

Yan Hu Suo (Corydalis Rhizome)

Traditional role

One of the strongest pain-relieving herbs in Chinese medicine.

Biomedical actions

Research demonstrates:

• analgesic activity

• modulation of pain pathways

• smooth muscle relaxation

• anti-inflammatory effects

Modern research considers Corydalis one of the most significant botanical analgesics used in traditional medicine.

Xiang Fu (Cyperus Rhizome)

Traditional role

Regulates Qi and is regarded as one of Chinese medicine's most important herbs for women's health.

Biomedical actions

Research suggests:

• smooth muscle relaxation

• regulation of uterine contractions

• digestive support

• anti-inflammatory activity

Pu Huang (Typha Pollen)

Traditional role

Stops pain while improving healthy circulation and reducing Blood Stasis.

Biomedical actions

Research suggests:

• improved microcirculation

• haemostatic regulation

• anti-inflammatory activity

• tissue repair support

Tao Ren (Peach Kernel)

Traditional role

Invigorates Blood and helps disperse pelvic stagnation.

Biomedical actions

Research demonstrates:

• improved circulation

• anti-inflammatory effects

• inhibition of platelet aggregation

• endothelial support

Wu Yao (Lindera Root)

Traditional role

Warms and moves Qi through the lower abdomen while relieving pain.

Biomedical actions

Research suggests:

• smooth muscle relaxation

• regulation of gastrointestinal and pelvic motility

• analgesic activity

Chuan Xiong (Szechuan Lovage)

Traditional role

Promotes healthy Blood circulation and relieves pain throughout the pelvis.

Biomedical actions

Research demonstrates:

• vasodilation

• improved microcirculation

• anti-inflammatory activity

• analgesic effects

E Zhu (Curcuma Rhizome)

Traditional role

Breaks persistent Blood Stasis and reduces pelvic masses and chronic congestion.

Biomedical actions

Research suggests:

• anti-inflammatory activity

• antiproliferative effects

• improved circulation

• antioxidant activity

Tian Qi (Panax notoginseng)

Traditional role

Stops pain while promoting healthy Blood circulation.

Biomedical actions

Research demonstrates:

• improved vascular function

• anti-inflammatory effects

• regulation of platelet activity

• tissue healing support

Bai Shao (White Peony Root)

Traditional role

Nourishes Blood while relaxing painful uterine muscle spasm.

Biomedical actions

Research demonstrates:

• smooth muscle relaxation

• anti-inflammatory activity

• analgesic effects

• regulation of uterine contractility

Yi Mu Cao (Motherwort)

Traditional role

One of Chinese medicine's classic herbs for regulating menstruation and relieving pelvic pain.

Biomedical actions

Research suggests:

• uterine circulation support

• smooth muscle regulation

• anti-inflammatory activity

• mild uterotonic effects that help normalise menstrual flow

Why This Formula Is So Effective

Tong Jing Tang doesn't rely on a single herb to relieve period pain.

Instead, the formula approaches painful menstruation from multiple directions simultaneously.

• Yan Hu Suo provides significant natural pain relief.

• Dan Shen, Tao Ren, Chuan Xiong, Pu Huang and Tian Qi improve pelvic circulation and help resolve Blood Stasis.

• Dang Gui and Bai Shao nourish and regulate healthy menstrual function while easing uterine cramping.

• Xiang Fu and Wu Yao restore the smooth movement of Qi, relieving the tension and pressure that often accompany painful periods.

• Yi Mu Cao and E Zhu address deeper pelvic congestion and support long-term menstrual health.

This multi-layered design reflects one of the great strengths of classical Chinese medicine: rather than simply blocking pain, Tong Jing Tang aims to improve circulation, reduce inflammation, relax muscle spasm and restore normal menstrual physiology. It is this comprehensive approach that makes it one of the most sophisticated formulas for dysmenorrhoea in the Chiron Medical collection.

How the Formula Works

Modern medicine recognises that primary menstrual pain is largely driven by:

• excessive prostaglandin production

• increased uterine contractions

• reduced blood flow to the uterus

• local inflammation

• heightened pain sensitivity

These changes temporarily reduce oxygen delivery to the uterine muscle, producing the familiar cramping pain experienced during menstruation.

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Research into many of the herbs traditionally used for Blood Stasis suggests actions including:

• improved pelvic circulation

• smooth muscle relaxation

• reduction of inflammatory mediators

• improved microvascular blood flow

• analgesic effects

Rather than simply masking pain, Tong Jing Tang aims to improve the physiological conditions that produce painful cramping.

What Does Modern Research Say?

Modern research into Blood-moving formulas has investigated their effects on:

Dysmenorrhoea

Studies suggest:

• reduced menstrual pain

• decreased uterine spasm

• improved pelvic blood flow

• reduced reliance on analgesic medication

Pelvic Circulation

Research demonstrates:

• improved microcirculation

• endothelial support

• anti-inflammatory activity

• regulation of prostaglandin pathways

Although additional high-quality clinical trials are required, these findings closely mirror the traditional rationale for using Blood-moving formulas in painful menstruation.

Pain Is a Sign That Flow Has Been Lost

One of the oldest sayings in Chinese medicine states:

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"Where there is free flow, there is no pain. Where there is pain, there is no free flow."

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This principle remains remarkably relevant today.

Healthy tissues receive healthy circulation.

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When circulation becomes restricted, pain often follows.

Tong Jing Tang was designed to restore that movement.

Comparing the Chiron Medical Women's Health Formulas

Painful periods can arise from several different patterns. Choosing the correct formula depends on understanding why the pain occurs.

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Tong Jing Tang - Period Pain - Moderate to severe menstrual cramps and pelvic pain - Improves pelvic circulation and relieves dysmenorrhoea

Chai Hu Shu Gan Tang - Free Flow - Emotional tension with menstrual pain - Relieves Liver Qi stagnation while improving menstrual comfort

Shao Yao Gan Cao Tang - Spasms & Cramps - Acute uterine cramping and muscle spasmRelaxes smooth muscle and relieves cramping

Gui Zhi Fu Ling Tang - Cysts & Fibroids - Pelvic pain associated with fibroids, cysts or endometriosis - Resolves chronic Blood Stasis and improves pelvic circulation

Xiao Yao San - Stress - PMS with emotional tension - Regulates stress-related hormonal and emotional imbalance

Jia Wei Xiao Yao San - Stressed, Hot & Irritable - PMS with irritability, Heat and inflammation - Relieves emotional tension while clearing Heat

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Understanding the Progression

Many menstrual disorders develop gradually over time.

Stress (Xiao Yao San)

Emotional stress begins disrupting the menstrual cycle.

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Free Flow (Chai Hu Shu Gan Tang)

Stress starts restricting the smooth movement of Qi.

Bloating, breast tenderness and mild menstrual pain develop.

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Period Pain (Tong Jing Tang)

Qi stagnation begins affecting Blood circulation.

Cramping and pelvic pain become the dominant symptoms.

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Spasms & Cramps (Shao Yao Gan Cao Tang)

Acute smooth muscle spasm produces severe cramping during menstruation.

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Cysts & Fibroids (Gui Zhi Fu Ling Tang)

Long-standing Blood Stasis begins producing structural changes such as fibroids, endometriosis or ovarian cysts.

This progression illustrates one of the central principles of Chinese medicine: treating the pattern early may help prevent more complex conditions from developing over time.

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Clinical Insights

Restoring Comfort Through Better Circulation

Tong Jing Tang is frequently used as the core formula for painful menstruation, but experienced practitioners often combine it with other formulas depending on the underlying pattern.

Emotional PMS with Pain

Combine with:

• Chai Hu Shu Gan Tang (Free Flow)

when emotional stress, irritability and pelvic tightness contribute to painful periods.

Acute Cramping

Combine with:

• Shao Yao Gan Cao Tang (Spasms & Cramps)

when uterine muscle spasm is particularly severe.

Fibroids, Endometriosis and Chronic Pelvic Pain

Combine with:

• Gui Zhi Fu Ling Tang (Cysts & Fibroids)

when long-standing Blood Stasis contributes to structural pelvic disease.

Heavy Menstrual Loss

After pain improves, constitutional recovery may include:

• Dang Gui Su (Low Iron Anaemia)

• Shi Quan Da Bu Tang (Restore the Blood)

to rebuild Blood and restore vitality.

For Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners

Classical Pattern

Qi Stagnation with Blood Stasis causing dysmenorrhoea

Typical presentation:

• fixed lower abdominal pain

• painful menstruation

• dark menstrual blood

• clots

• pain relieved after clot passage

• wiry or choppy pulse

Formula Strategy

Tong Jing Tang:

• Invigorates Blood.

• Regulates Qi.

• Relieves pain.

• Opens pelvic circulation.

• Harmonises menstruation.

For Medical Doctors

Proposed Biomedical Actions

Research into Blood-moving and Qi-regulating herbs suggests actions including:

• regulation of prostaglandin synthesis

• smooth muscle relaxation

• improved pelvic microcirculation

• anti-inflammatory effects

• modulation of pain signalling

• endothelial support

Collectively these mechanisms may contribute to reduced uterine spasm and improved pelvic blood flow during menstruation.

Potential Herb–Drug Considerations

Clinical monitoring is advisable in patients taking:

• anticoagulants

• antiplatelet medications

• NSAIDs

• hormonal therapies

Persistent pelvic pain, severe dysmenorrhoea, heavy menstrual bleeding, infertility or symptoms suggestive of endometriosis, adenomyosis or fibroids should always be investigated medically.

Periods Shouldn't Be Something You Fear

Every month, millions of women prepare themselves for pain.

Chinese medicine offers a different perspective.

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Pain is not viewed as an inevitable part of menstruation.

It is viewed as a sign that something isn't moving as it should.

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That is why we call this formula "Period Pain."

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Tong Jing Tang is designed to restore healthy circulation, relax painful cramping and help women experience a menstrual cycle that is more comfortable, more predictable and less disruptive to everyday life. Rather than simply dulling pain, it seeks to address one of its most common underlying causes—restricted flow within the pelvis.