Yunnan Bai Yao Capsules

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$20.00 each

Please note this product has NOT been assessed by the Therapeutic Goods Administration and is NOT regulated.

Yunnan Bai Yao is NOT safe to consume during pregnancy.

Please take personal responsibility and carefully research the use of this substance and consult your health care provider before use.

Yunnan Bai Yao has been used for generations in China and further afield, for many decades.

I first heard about it from an article by Sister Morningstar in the Midwifery Today Journal.

A word of warning:

Like many things, there's some pretty wild claims out there on the 'wild west' of the internet. I'm not into spurious claims or conspiracy theories and urge people to check information carefully, understand the hierarchy of evidence, and find reputable sites. I am not anti-science and I don't believe there's a natural alternative for every major class of pharmaceutical medicine that is "just as good". I've personally tried Indian Ghost Pipe and no, I did not find it as effective as Endone. I love herbs but I do not believe that some usnea in vinegar or colloidal silver is just as good as anti-biotics; or that Ivermectin will do instead of Lagevrio (unless you have a pretty wicked case of intestinal worms); or that some black salve will effectively treat skin cancer. (Being a bit salty here, but we need to be able to think critically and research carefully not just when it's medical or obstetric convention that is not well-founded in actual evidence, but also when it's our own natural & alternative health "sacred cows" being called into question.) I've seen some pretty out-there "influencer" type videos about Yunnan Bai Yao and I wouldn't advise or recommend you accept what they say without more careful investigation.

That said, if for whatever reason, you're in the position of birthing outside of the medical system, or for some reason are having difficulty reaching medical help, having some Yunnan Bai Yao capsules in your emergency kit for your pet cat or dog might be worth looking to.

I'll provide some links below and I trust you to be wise, sensible and responsible in making decisions around your well-being & safety, and that of your family & pets, and organizing appropriate contingency plans.

If you are located in North America, here is a birth supply company that sells the capsules (and there's some interesting comments there too).

Yunnan Bai Yao contains: Aconiti Kusnezoffii Radix Cocta, Pseudonginseng and Angelica (Dong Quai)

Suggested dose is 1-2 capsules, 4 x daily

Consider personal allergies and drug interactions when using Yunnan Bai Yao

Possible adverse reactions:
Skin rash, tightness in the chest, heart palpitations, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, general intense itching, and urticaria in the trunk and limbs.

Further reading:

Benefits And Uses Of Yunnan Baiyao In Humans

Yunnan Paiyao: Postpartum Friend

Yunnan Paiyao (also know as Yunnan Baiyao) is a secret formula of Chinese herbs containing mostly Pseudoginseng and Angelica. Because it is contraindicated during pregnancy, midwives often don’t include this valuable patent Chinese remedy in their medicine bags. It is easily available in Chinese Medicinal pharmacies all over the world. It also is relatively inexpensive and is packaged to give it a long shelf life.

Effects of the preoperative administration of Yunnan Baiyao capsules on intra-operative blood loss

Research Advances in Pharmacology, Safety, and Clinical Applications of Yunnan Baiyao

Adverse drug reactions of Yunnan Baiyao capsule

This information should not be construed as medical advice. If you or your pet are suffering from any medical condition, please seek a certified medical practitioner’s or veterinarian’s help.

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  1. Hidden Gem
    By on May 15, 2025

    I heard about these ancient herbs in a podcast. All my births follow with big blood loss but as I was freebirthing I decided to have anything on hand. During the immediate postpartum it became apparent to me that I needed to release my placenta in a more active manner. During that time, I decided to take about half the box. The bleeding stopped within a minute. This gave me time to do all the things to release my placenta (lots of pushing and positions). Anyway, very handy and I now carry this is in my doula bag for emergencies to gain time. The bleeding began again much later, but not in an emergent manner, just a normal postpartum lochia. This tells me that the herbs are useful for creating a brief period of relief so that a mum has choices not hindered by lack of time. A lovely herb that is patented by the Chinese govt so you know the quality and brand is good.


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