Corydalin Chronic (CR)

Chronic headache with underlying deficiency

• Migraine headache
• Tension headache
• Cluster headache

• Analgesic action to relieve pain;
• Anti-inflammatory influence to reduce inflammation

• Patients with persistent pain not relieved by Corydalin (AC) or Corydalin (CR) should seek further examination to rule out structural or functional abnormalities.
• Should prominent signs of diminishing vision and vomiting occur in addition to the headache, refer the patient to a medical doctor immediately for a CT scan or MRI to rule out intracranial pressure due to a tumor, aneurysm, or cerebral stenosis.
• This herbal formula contains herbs that invigorate blood circulation, such as Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis). Therefore, patients who are on anticoagulant or antiplatelet therapies, such as Coumadin (warfarin), should use this formula with caution, or not at all, as there may be a higher risk of bleeding and bruising.

• Avoid intake of cold drinks, cold foods, and sour fruits. Cold and sour substances constrict vessels, channels and collaterals.
• If headaches are food related, the diet must be regulated and controlled to reduce or eliminate triggers.
  Consume adequate amounts of fruits, vegetables, grains, and raw nuts and seeds.
• One of the most common causes of headache is caffeine. Gradually decrease and stop consumption of caffeine-containing drinks, such as coffee, tea, cola, energy drinks, and specialty beverages with caffeine.
• Avoid foods containing tyramine, which can trigger headaches, such as alcohol, chocolate, bananas, citrus, avocado, cabbage, and potatoes. Also avoid cakes, dairy products (except yogurt), processed or packaged foods (because of colorants, preservatives and other additives), tobacco and junk food.
• Monosodium glutamate (MSG) should be avoided by individuals sensitive to it. MSG is generally found in canned soups, TV dinners, some meats, many pre-prepared frozen dishes and restaurant foods.
• Avoid allergens as much as possible, as allergens may trigger headache.
• Installation of an air purifier will minimize the presence of allergens in the air and reduce the risk of allergy and headache.
• Avoid stressful situations and environments whenever possible. Ease tension with massage, warm baths, and an exercise program.
• Avoid direct exposure to air conditioning, fans, drafts or wind blowing on the head and neck region.
• Tension headaches can be relieved by gentle massage of the neck and shoulders to relax the muscles. A hot Epsom salts bath or soaking the feet is also helpful.
• Headache due to poor circulation will respond to a vigorous scalp massage.
• Regular exercise, adequate rest, and normal sleeping habits are essential for optimal health.

Take 3 to 4 capsules three times daily. For severe pain, the dosage may be increased to 6 to 8 capsules every four to six hours as necessary. For maximum effectiveness, take the herbs on an empty stomach with warm water.

• Radix Paeoniae Alba;
• Radix Angelicae Dahuricae;
• Rhizoma Chuanxiong;
• Radix Angelicae Sinensis;
• Radix Puerariae Lobatae;
• Flos Chrysanthemi;
• Os Draconis;
• Fructus Viticis;
• Herba Taxilli;
• Radix Rehmanniae Praeparata;
• Rhizoma Gastrodiae;
• Rhizoma Corydalis;
• Radix Curcumae;