Can a traditional chinese herb ease PMS symptoms?

NCT ID NCT07171814

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Lianxin Wang Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study will look at whether Honghua Xiaoyao tablets, a traditional Chinese medicine, can help relieve symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) in 266 women aged 18 to 40. The researchers will track symptom changes using a daily diary and compare women who take the tablets to those who don't. The goal is to see if the treatment reduces common PMS issues like mood swings, fatigue, and pain.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Honghua Xiaoyao tablet (a traditional Chinese medicine)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide a treatment option for women with premenstrual syndrome, potentially easing symptoms like mood swings, fatigue, and pain.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a randomized controlled trial, so results may be less reliable. The study hasn't started yet, and the treatment is a traditional medicine with limited prior evidence.

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Conditions

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premenstrual tension

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PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME

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