Recommended by holistic veterinarians, Jing Tang Hot Hoof II is a Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) formula that clears Damp-Heat, clears Heat-toxin, activates Blood, and resolves Stagnation to address acute Damp-Heat and Heat-toxin patterns with Blood stagnation affecting the hooves and lower limbs in horses. Based on the classical Yin Chen San from the equine veterinary text Yuan Heng Liao Ma Ji (1608), this thirteen-herb formula combines potent Damp-Heat-clearing, Heat-toxin-resolving, and Blood-invigorating herbs with Qi-moving and channel-unblocking agents to address the acute inflammatory component of hoof and lower limb patterns. Do not use during pregnancy. Stop administration immediately if the patient develops diarrhea or other unusual signs. Hot Hoof II is intended for use during the acute phase of inflammation; once local inflammation is under control, transition to Hot Hoof I for ongoing support. Dosing varies by condition; your authorizing veterinarian will determine the appropriate dose following a TCVM evaluation.
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What It Supports
- Damp-Heat clearance: Clears Damp-Heat from the lower Jiao and lower limbs, addressing the Damp-Heat component of acute hoof and lower limb inflammatory patterns.
- Heat-toxin resolution: Clears Heat-toxin and resolves toxins from the channels and tissues, addressing the Heat-toxin component of acute inflammatory patterns.
- Blood activation: Invigorates and activates Blood to address Blood stagnation in the hoof and lower limb channels accompanying the Damp-Heat pattern.
- Stagnation resolution: Resolves Blood and Qi stagnation in the channels and collaterals of the lower limbs and hooves.
- Qi movement: Moves Qi and unblocks the channels to support smooth Qi and Blood flow through the lower limb channels alongside the Blood-invigorating herbs.
TCVM Principles
- Primary action: Clear Damp-Heat, clear Heat-toxin, activate Blood, and resolve Stagnation.
- Contraindication: Do not use during pregnancy.
- Warning: Stop administration immediately if the patient develops diarrhea or other unusual signs.
- Treatment sequence: Use Hot Hoof II as needed for up to 2 months during the acute inflammatory phase. Once local inflammation is under control, discontinue Hot Hoof II and begin Hot Hoof I as needed for 1 to 3 months for ongoing support.
- Classical antecedent: Yin Chen San from Yuan Heng Liao Ma Ji (Yuan-heng's Therapeutic Treatise of Horses), written by Yu Benyuan and Yu Benheng in 1608.
Available Forms
- 90g Concentrated Powder: Highly concentrated granule format; mix into feed for easy daily administration. Comes with a double-sided scoop (large scoop holds approximately 1.2g; small scoop holds approximately 0.25g). One 90g concentrated supply lasts approximately 2 weeks at standard equine dosing.
- 600g Powder: Standard (non-concentrated) powder for extended equine use; mix into feed as a top dressing.
Ingredients
Active ingredients: Chi Shao (Paeonia lactiflora, red), Red peony root; Chuan Xiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong), Sichuan lovage rhizome; Da Huang (Rheum palmatum), Chinese rhubarb root; Dang Gui (Angelica sinensis), Dong quai root; Gan Cao (Glycyrrhiza uralensis), Licorice root; Hong Hua (Carthamus tinctorius), Safflower flower; Huang Qin (Scutellaria baicalensis), Scutellaria root; Jie Geng (Platycodon grandiflorum), Platycodon root; Mo Yao (Commiphora myrrha), Myrrh resin; Qing Pi (Citrus reticulata, unripe), Green tangerine peel; Yin Chen Hao (Artemisia capillaris), Capillaris herb; Zhi Ke (Citrus aurantium), Bitter orange fruit; Zhi Zi (Gardenia jasminoides), Gardenia fruit.
Inactive ingredients: May contain gluten-free maltodextrin. Standard powder formulas contain no inactive ingredients.
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Active Ingredient TCVM Actions
Hot Hoof II is a thirteen-herb formula built on a Damp-Heat-clearing and Heat-toxin-resolving base, with Blood-invigorating, Qi-moving, and channel-unblocking herbs to address acute Damp-Heat and Heat-toxin patterns with Blood stagnation in the hooves and lower limbs:
- Yin Chen Hao (Artemisia capillaris), Capillaris herb: The chief herb; powerfully clears Damp-Heat, particularly from the Liver and Gallbladder channels and the lower Jiao; the primary Damp-Heat-clearing herb and the formula's namesake herb from the classical Yin Chen San.
- Huang Qin (Scutellaria baicalensis), Scutellaria root: Clears Heat, drains Fire, resolves toxins, and clears Damp-Heat from the upper and middle Jiao; supports Yin Chen Hao in clearing Damp-Heat and addresses the Heat-toxin component of the pattern.
- Zhi Zi (Gardenia jasminoides), Gardenia fruit: Clears Heat, drains Fire, resolves toxins, and drains Damp-Heat through the urine; works with Yin Chen Hao and Huang Qin as the primary Damp-Heat-clearing and Heat-toxin-resolving trio.
- Da Huang (Rheum palmatum), Chinese rhubarb root: Clears Heat, drains Fire, resolves toxins, invigorates Blood, and purges accumulation; addresses both the Heat-toxin and Blood stagnation components of the pattern and drains Heat downward through the bowels.
- Hong Hua (Carthamus tinctorius), Safflower flower: Invigorates Blood, disperses Blood stasis, and unblocks the channels; the primary Blood-invigorating herb addressing Blood stagnation in the hoof and lower limb channels.
- Chi Shao (Paeonia lactiflora, red), Red peony root: Clears Heat, cools Blood, invigorates Blood, and disperses Blood stasis; addresses both the Heat and Blood stagnation components of the pattern alongside Hong Hua.
- Chuan Xiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong), Sichuan lovage rhizome: Invigorates Blood, moves Qi, and unblocks the channels; supports the Blood-invigorating herbs and addresses the Qi stagnation accompanying Blood stagnation in the lower limb channels.
- Mo Yao (Commiphora myrrha), Myrrh resin: Invigorates Blood, disperses Blood stasis, reduces swelling, and supports tissue healing; works with Hong Hua and Chi Shao as the primary Blood-invigorating and stasis-dispersing trio.
- Dang Gui (Angelica sinensis), Dong quai root: Nourishes and invigorates Blood, moistens the sinews, and supports smooth Blood flow through the channels; addresses the Blood deficiency component alongside the Blood-invigorating herbs.
- Zhi Ke (Citrus aurantium), Bitter orange fruit: Moves Qi, breaks Qi stagnation, and supports the downward movement of Qi through the channels; addresses the Qi stagnation component of the pattern alongside the Blood-invigorating herbs.
- Qing Pi (Citrus reticulata, unripe), Green tangerine peel: Strongly moves Liver Qi, breaks Qi stagnation, and disperses accumulation; works with Zhi Ke as the primary Qi-moving pair, addressing Liver Qi stagnation accompanying the Damp-Heat pattern.
- Jie Geng (Platycodon grandiflorum), Platycodon root: Opens the Lung, directs the formula's actions, and acts as a messenger herb to guide the other herbs through the channels; supports the formula's channel-unblocking action and helps distribute the herbs to the affected areas.
- Gan Cao (Glycyrrhiza uralensis), Licorice root: Tonifies Qi, resolves toxins, moderates and harmonizes the actions of the other herbs, and protects the Spleen from the strong purging and clearing herbs; the formula's harmonizing herb.
Potential Drug Interactions
Hot Hoof II contains potent Heat-clearing and purging herbs (Da Huang, Huang Qin, Zhi Zi, Yin Chen Hao) alongside Blood-invigorating herbs (Hong Hua, Chi Shao, Chuan Xiong, Mo Yao, Dang Gui) that may interact with certain medications. Do not use during pregnancy. Stop administration immediately if the patient develops diarrhea or other unusual signs. Horses on prescription medications should use this formula under veterinary supervision, as herb-drug interaction research in horses remains limited.
Medication categories warranting extra caution include anticoagulant or antiplatelet medications, anti-inflammatory medications, laxative or purgative medications, and horses managing multiple concurrent prescriptions. The manufacturer recommends use for up to 2 months during the acute inflammatory phase, followed by transition to Hot Hoof I for 1 to 3 months. Your veterinarian can determine appropriateness based on your horse's condition, current medications, and clinical assessment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What conditions is Hot Hoof II used for in TCVM?
Hot Hoof II is most commonly recommended for horses with TCVM patterns of acute Damp-Heat and Heat-toxin with Blood stagnation affecting the hooves and lower limbs, where Damp-Heat accumulation has led to acute inflammation, heat, and pain in the hoof and lower limb channels. Holistic veterinarians frequently prescribe it for horses with acute hoof inflammatory patterns rooted in Damp-Heat and Heat-toxin. Do not use during pregnancy.
How is Hot Hoof II administered, and what are the recommended doses?
Dosing varies by condition; your authorizing veterinarian will determine the appropriate dose following a TCVM evaluation. For the 90g concentrated powder, the standard equine dose is 3g (approximately 2.5 large scoops) twice daily, with the large scoop holding approximately 1.2g and the small scoop holding approximately 0.25g. One 90g concentrated supply lasts approximately 2 weeks at standard equine dosing. Stop administration immediately if the patient develops diarrhea or other unusual signs.
What is the recommended treatment sequence for Hot Hoof II and Hot Hoof I?
The manufacturer recommends a specific two-phase treatment sequence. Use Hot Hoof II first during the acute inflammatory phase, for up to 2 months. Its strong Damp-Heat-clearing, Heat-toxin-resolving, and Blood-invigorating actions directly address acute inflammation. Once local inflammation is under control, discontinue Hot Hoof II and begin Hot Hoof I as needed for 1 to 3 months for ongoing support. This sequencing reflects the classical TCVM approach of using stronger clearing and purging formulas acutely, then transitioning to gentler tonifying or supporting formulas for recovery and maintenance. Your holistic veterinarian will guide the transition timing based on your horse's clinical response.
Why is Hot Hoof II contraindicated during pregnancy?
Hot Hoof II contains several herbs that are contraindicated or require caution during pregnancy in classical Chinese medicine. Da Huang (Chinese rhubarb) is a strong purgative and Blood-invigorating herb that can stimulate uterine contractions. Hong Hua (safflower) and other Blood-invigorating herbs in the formula (Chi Shao, Chuan Xiong, Mo Yao) are also contraindicated during pregnancy due to their Blood-moving and stasis-dispersing actions. The combination of strong purging, Heat-clearing, and Blood-invigorating herbs makes this formula inappropriate for use during pregnancy.