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Jing Tang Xiao Huo Luo Dan Chinese Herbal Formula for Dogs, Cats, and Horses

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Jing Tang Xiao Huo Luo Dan 600g Powder  - TCVM Pet Supply

Jing Tang Xiao Huo Luo Dan Chinese Herbal Formula for Dogs, Cats, and Horses

Veterinary Authorization Required for TCVM Herbal Formulas - TCVM Pet Supply

Recommended by holistic veterinarians, Jing Tang Xiao Huo Luo Dan is a Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) herbal formula that breaks down stasis in the spine, moves Qi, and resolves stagnation to support musculoskeletal health and spinal mobility in dogs, cats, and horses. Based on the classical Xiao Huo Luo Dan, this six-herb formula contains potent Blood-moving, channel-unblocking, and Wind-Cold-Damp-dispelling herbs to address severe Qi and Blood stagnation in the channels and collaterals. This powerful formula contains processed Aconite preparations; use it only under veterinary supervision, at a low dose, and for a short duration. Available in standard powder and standard capsules. Dosing varies by species and body weight; your authorizing veterinarian will provide specific guidance.

VETERINARY AUTHORIZATION REQUIRED: Submit Your Authorization Request or Request a TCVM Telemedicine Consultation

What It Supports

  • Spinal stasis resolution: Breaks down severe Qi and Blood stagnation in the spine and channels, addressing the root of stiffness and reduced mobility associated with channel obstruction
  • Qi movement: Promotes smooth Qi flow through the channels and collaterals to relieve stagnation-related symptoms
  • Stagnation resolution: Resolves Blood stasis and channel obstruction caused by Wind-Cold-Damp invasion or chronic Qi and Blood stagnation
  • Musculoskeletal support: Supports mobility, spinal comfort, and channel patency in pets with severe stagnation patterns affecting the spine and musculoskeletal system

TCVM Principles

  • Primary action: Break down stasis in the spine, move Qi, and resolve stagnation
  • Classical antecedent: Xiao Huo Luo Dan from Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang (Imperial Grace Formulary of the Tai Ping Era), written by Chen Shi-Wen et al. in 1080
  • Contraindications: Do not use in pregnant or weak patients
  • Warning: Extremely toxic. Use only for a short time at a low dosage. This medication may cause drug testing to be positive

Available Forms

  • 600g Powder: Larger standard powder supply for extended use within the 2-month limit or for horses; mix into food as a top dressing. Comes with a double-sided scoop (large scoop holds approximately 7g; small scoop holds approximately 2g)
  • 200g Powder: Standard powder for flexible dosing; mix into food as a top dressing. Scoop size matches the small end of the 600g scoop
  • 0.5g Capsules (200 Count): Standard capsule format for precise dosing; can be given directly or hidden in food or a soft treat

Ingredients

Active ingredients: Cao Wu (Aconitum kusnezoffii, processed), Kusnezoff monkshood root; Chuan Wu (Aconitum carmichaelii, processed), Sichuan aconite root; Di Long (Pheretima aspergillum), Earthworm; Mo Yao (Commiphora myrrha), Myrrh resin; Ru Xiang (Boswellia carterii), Frankincense oleo-gum-resin; Tian Nan Xing (Arisaema erubescens), Arisaema rhizome.

Inactive ingredients: Bovine gelatin (capsule variant only). Powder formats contain no inactive ingredients.

VETERINARY AUTHORIZATION REQUIRED: Submit Your Authorization Request or Request a TCVM Telemedicine Consultation

Active Ingredient TCVM Actions

Xiao Huo Luo Dan is a six-herb formula combining two processed Aconite preparations with potent channel-unblocking, Blood-moving, and phlegm-resolving herbs to address severe Qi and Blood stagnation in the spine and channels:

  • Chuan Wu (Aconitum carmichaelii, processed) - Sichuan aconite root: Co-chief herb; powerfully dispels Wind-Cold-Damp, warms the channels, unblocks painful obstruction, and relieves severe discomfort from cold stagnation in the channels and spine
  • Cao Wu (Aconitum kusnezoffii, processed) - Kusnezoff monkshood root: Co-chief herb; strongly dispels Wind-Cold-Damp, warms the channels, and unblocks painful obstruction; works with Chuan Wu to maximize channel-unblocking action. Both herbs are processed to reduce toxicity and must be used at low dosage for short duration only
  • Tian Nan Xing (Arisaema erubescens) - Arisaema rhizome: Dries Dampness, transforms phlegm, dispels Wind, and unblocks the channels, addressing the phlegm-Damp component of channel obstruction
  • Di Long (Pheretima aspergillum) - Earthworm: Clears Heat, extinguishes Wind, unblocks the channels, and relieves spasm and neurological obstruction in the spine and channels
  • Ru Xiang (Boswellia carterii) - Frankincense oleo-gum-resin: Invigorates Blood, moves Qi, unblocks the channels, and relieves discomfort; works with Mo Yao as a classic Blood-moving pair
  • Mo Yao (Commiphora myrrha) - Myrrh resin: Invigorates Blood, dispels Blood stasis, unblocks the channels, and relieves discomfort; works with Ru Xiang to resolve Blood stasis and channel obstruction in the spine and musculoskeletal system

Potential Drug Interactions

Xiao Huo Luo Dan contains processed Aconite preparations (Chuan Wu, Cao Wu) alongside Blood-moving herbs (Ru Xiang, Mo Yao) and channel-unblocking agents (Di Long, Tian Nan Xing) that may interact with certain medications. The Aconite preparations in this formula are extremely toxic and require strict veterinary supervision. Pets on prescription medications must use this formula only under veterinary supervision, as herb-drug interaction research in dogs and cats remains limited and the risk of adverse interactions is elevated with this formula.

Medication categories warranting extra caution include cardiac medications, anticoagulant or antiplatelet medications, neurological medications, and any concurrent prescription medications. Do not use in pregnant or weak patients. Your veterinarian can determine appropriateness based on your pet's condition, current medications, and laboratory results.

VETERINARY AUTHORIZATION REQUIRED: Submit Your Authorization Request or Request a TCVM Telemedicine Consultation

Frequently Asked Questions

What conditions is Xiao Huo Luo Dan used for in TCVM?

Xiao Huo Luo Dan is most commonly recommended for dogs, cats, and horses with severe TCVM patterns of Qi and Blood stagnation in the spine and channels, particularly where Wind-Cold-Damp obstruction causes significant stiffness and reduced mobility. Holistic veterinarians prescribe it for cases with severe channel obstruction that requires the potent unblocking action of processed Aconite preparations. It must not be used in pregnant or weak patients. Due to its extreme toxicity and potency, it is reserved for cases where milder formulas have been insufficient.

How is Xiao Huo Luo Dan administered, and what are the dosing guidelines?

Dosing varies by species and body weight; your authorizing veterinarian will provide specific guidance. For dogs and cats, the general guideline is 0.5g per 10 to 20 lbs of body weight twice daily. For horses, the standard dose is 10 to 20g twice daily as a top dressing on feed. The 600g powder jar includes a double-sided scoop; the large scoop holds approximately 7g, and the small scoop holds approximately 2g. The 200g powder scoop size matches the small end of the 600g scoop. Use only at a low dosage and for a short duration as directed by your veterinarian. This medication may cause drug testing to be positive.

How long does it take to see results with Xiao Huo Luo Dan, and how long can it be used?

Because of this formula's extreme toxicity, the manufacturer strictly limits use to a maximum of 2 months. Many practitioners use it for shorter courses at the lowest effective dose. Responsive cases may notice improvements in mobility and overall comfort within 1 to 2 weeks. Regular monitoring by your holistic veterinarian is essential throughout treatment to assess response and watch for adverse signs.

Can Xiao Huo Luo Dan be combined with other TCVM formulas or medications?

Your authorizing veterinarian must always guide combination use of Xiao Huo Luo Dan, given the extreme toxicity and potency of this formula. Do not use in pregnant or weak patients. If your pet is on prescription medications, particularly cardiac medications, anticoagulants, or neurological medications, your veterinarian must evaluate whether Xiao Huo Luo Dan is appropriate before use. Stop use immediately if your pet develops any unusual signs, and note that this medication may cause positive drug test results.

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