Shou Wu Pian (Shou Wu Wan, FotiHair^TM, 首乌丸) is a patent herbal formula with He Shou Wu as the core herb ingredient. He Shou Wu, which literally means "Mr. He Hair Black", is named after Mr. He, who restored his vitality, sexual potency, and youthful appearance by taking the herb dated back a thousand years ago. Today, He Shou Wu remains widely used by Chinese to fulfill the same goal and is gaining popularity in USA albeit often under a different name: Fo-Ti.

Functions:
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, He Shou Wu, in its processed form, nourishes the liver and kidney¹ which is the source for blood and essence respectively. The liver blood nourishes the head and thus hairs. The kidney essence nourishes the bone marrow and bones, replenishes semen and controls the aging process. Therefore, He Shou Wu may make hairs grow and prevent hair-greying, strengthen bones and muscles, and relieve senility and prolong lifespan.

Several published human clinical trials² have so far supported the traditional use of He Shou Wu. While the results vary among studies and individuals, over 60% of people who had hair loss (alopecia) experienced hair regrowth within 3 months after taking He shou Wu. In animal studies with aging mouse model, He Shou Wu was shown to lower total cholesterol and triglyceride, to reduce brain pathological changes and promote learning and memory^{3, 4}. It is also shown to contain multiple anti-oxidants.

In addition to He Shou Wu, Shou Wu Wan (Pian) contains a blend of another 12 herbs. This formulation is to further enhance the action of He Shou Wu because He Shou Wu as a single herb often does not produce the optimal results.

Shou Wu Wan (Pian) is indicated in China Pharmacopoeia¹ for insufficiency of liver and kidney; dizziness; tinnitus; soreness of the loins and weakness of the limbs; numbness of the extremities; baldness; premature hair-graying; high-cholesterol with above symptoms.

Ingredients:
A proprietary blend of

Package:
Guang Ci Tang® Shou Wu Pian (FotiHair^TM) 40 grams in 200 mg 200 tablets @ 5:1 strength.
At a true 5:1 concentration, this product represents the most potent form of Shou Wu Pian (Wan) on the market. One tablet is equal to 1 gram of raw herb.
Please note that Guang Ci Tang® Shou Wu Wan in the pill form, which has the same formulation as the tablet, is discontinued.

Shou Wu Pian tablets are made with 100% natural herbs that are tested for authenticity, quality, and potency. A traditional water decoction is prepared with the herbs to reproduce the time-tested efficacy of the formula, and this water decoction is concentrated with our proprietary technology to form a potent extract that is made into easily absorbed tablets, which are remarkably effective, easy to use, and safe. The tablets are produced by Guang Ci Tang® in our state of the art cGMP-certified facility and imported in accordance with U.S. FDA guidelines. When you choose Guang Ci Tang® products, you are taking advantage of a wonderful fusion of science and tradition that incorporates the highest standards in the field of Chinese medicine today.

Standard Dosage:
Take 6 tablets 2 to 3 times daily. One bottle lasts 11 to 17 days.
As the herbal formula is a mild tonic and acts slowly, results may not be noticeable within 3 months, it is suggested to take it for 3 months in full dose as the first regimen. The dose may then be reduced.

Cautious Notes:
1. Do not use it if you are taking cold medicines.
2. Consult your herbalist or physician before use if you are taking other medicines.
3. Avoid taking oily food.
4. Use with caution if you have any of following symptoms: vomiting, diarrhea, stuffness of the abdomen, phlegm, and cough.
5. If any adverse symptom occurs, discontinue use.
6. Keep out of reach of children.

* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products and statements are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. This information is provided to assist trained practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine with selection of products. If you are not familiar with these formulas or concepts please consult a licensed practitioner of Chinese herbal medicine and/or more in-depth reference materials.