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Kan Essentials Quick River (Xiao Huo Luo Dan, also known as Invigorate the Collaterals) is a Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) herbal formula recommended by holistic veterinarians to quicken the Blood and dispel stasis, open the collaterals, relieve occasional musculoskeletal discomfort, and dispel Phlegm. This classical formula addresses obstruction of the channels and collaterals by Wind Cold Damp, Blood stasis, and Phlegm, particularly in animals whose discomfort is worse with cold contact or cold weather exposure and better with warmth and gentle sustained motion. Available in liquid and tablet forms. Dosing varies by species and body weight; your authorizing veterinarian will provide specific guidance.
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Active ingredients: Zhi Chuan Wu (Aconitum carmichaelii, processed main root), Common name: Processed Sichuan aconite main root; Jiang Huang (Curcuma longa, rhizome), Common name: Turmeric rhizome; Mo Yao (Commiphora myrrha), Common name: Myrrh resin; Ru Xiang (Boswellia carterii), Common name: Frankincense resin; Zhi Tian Nan Xing (Arisaema erubescens, prepared), Common name: Prepared Chinese arisaema rhizome.
Inactive ingredients vary by form; liquid extracts contain alcohol and water; tablets may contain excipients standard to tablet manufacturing.
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Each herb in Quick River is selected for its specific role within the TCVM framework. Together, they open obstructed channels and collaterals, invigorate Blood, dispel Phlegm, and warm Cold to address Wind Cold Damp Bi syndrome with Blood stasis and Phlegm accumulation.
Quick River contains processed Aconite root and Blood-invigorating resins with known cardiovascular and anti-inflammatory activity. Because herb-drug interaction research in dogs and cats is limited, use this formula under veterinary supervision if your pet takes prescription medications. Avoid use during pregnancy and in animals with symptoms of Heat or Dryness from Blood or Yin deficiency.
Extra caution may be appropriate for pets receiving anticoagulant or antiplatelet medications, NSAIDs, cardiac medications, or multiple prescription medications. Your veterinarian can determine whether Quick River is appropriate based on your pet's condition, medications, and laboratory results.
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In Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine, Quick River (Xiao Huo Luo Dan) is used to quicken the Blood, dispel Blood stasis, open the collateral vessels, and dispel Phlegm. It is indicated for patterns of Wind-Cold-Damp invasion with Blood stasis and Phlegm accumulation in the channels, particularly in animals with occasional weakness or numbness in the lower extremities whose discomfort is worse with cold and better with warmth and gentle motion.
Quick River is available in liquid extract (1 oz, 4 oz, or 8 oz) or 500mg tablets (60, 120, or 300 count). You can mix liquid into food or administer it directly; you can hide tablets in food or a soft treat for easy administration. Dosing varies by species and body weight; your authorizing veterinarian will provide specific guidance.
Results vary by individual and the severity of the pattern. Some animals may show improvement in comfort and mobility relatively quickly, while those with more chronic or established Blood stasis and channel obstruction patterns may require several weeks of consistent use. Your authorizing veterinarian can help set appropriate expectations based on your pet's TCVM diagnosis.
Always consult your veterinarian before combining Quick River with other medications or supplements. Key interactions to discuss include anticoagulants, NSAIDs, and cardiac medications. Your authorizing veterinarian will monitor for potential interactions through routine lab work and diagnostic testing. See the Potential Drug Interactions section above for details.
My dog has been taking this for about a month now and seems to be urinating more frequently. Is that a side effect.....should i stop giving them to her?
Thank you for your question! Increased frequency of urination is not an expected side effect of herbal formulas. Please check with your vet to see what they think could be causing it and to see what they recommend. We recommend taking the herbal formula for as long as your vet recommends, and only stopping the herbal with your vet's advice. Thank you for supporting Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine!