Herbal Formulas for Cardiovascular Disorders |
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When used correctly, Chinese herbs can be effective in promoting healthy cardiovascular functions, reducing cholesterol and triglyceride levels and helping to normalize Blood Pressure. At the Lani’aina Wellness Center, high-quality extracts, available in powder and capsules, are combined into well-balanced formulas, tailored to fit the needs of each patient.
Some popular formulas, the conditions for which they are used and Western pharmaceuticals for which these formulas may be an alternative are as follows:
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Elevated cholesterol and triglycerides levels |
Pravocol, Lipitor, Lopid, Lescol, Niacin, Zocor, Zetia, Mevacor
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High cholesterol and triglycerides levels in individuals with fatty liver and obesity |
Same as above |
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Coronary artery disease with decreased blood flow to the heart |
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Circulatory disorders with impaired blood circulation |
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Hypertension in individuals with “deficient” conditions |
Zestril, Prinivil, Procardia, Norvasc, Pendil, Vasotc, Cardizem, Cartia XT. Monopril, Lotensin, Minipress, Isoptin, Accupril, Benicar, Calan, Capoten, Dilantin
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Hypertension in individuals with “excess” conditions |
Inderal, Lopressor, Toprol, Tenex, Tenormin, Mytrin |
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Bleeding disorders, including internal and external bleeding |
Mephyton, Vit K |