Thrombocytopenia and Dong quai Overview

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Dong quai : A poor-quality study reports benefits of Dong quai in patients diagnosed with idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP). However, these patients were not compared to individuals who were not receiving Dong quai, and therefore the results can only be considered preliminary. Avoid if allergic to Angelica radix or members of the Aplaceae/Umbelliferae family (like anise, caraway, carrot, celery, dill or parsley). Dong quai's safety in medicinal doses is unknown. There are no reliable long-term studies of side effects. Most precautions are based on theory, laboratory research, tradition, or isolated case reports. Avoid if pregnant due to possible hormonal and anticoagulant/anti-platelet properties. Avoid if breastfeeding due to insufficient scientific evidence of safety.

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