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Szechuan Pepper (Hua Jiao) Powder / Capsule

A traditional supplement preparation using Szechuan Pepper (Hua Jiao) (Zanthoxylum bungeanum), addressing digestive issues, pain, parasites.

supplementstcmBeginner⏱ 10–20 minutesShelf life: 6–12 months stored cool and dryDosage: 500 mg – 1 g, 1–3× daily

Generated from this herb's full profile — safety warnings, contraindications, and sourcing.

Benefits

Digestive IssuesPainParasitesArthritisCirculationWarming

Ingredients

  • Szechuan Pepper (Hua Jiao) — As needed

Instructions

  1. Grind dried Szechuan Pepper (Hua Jiao) into a fine powder.
  2. Fill size 00 capsules or stir into smoothies or honey.

Interactions & contraindications

Szechuan Pepper (Hua Jiao)

Full profile
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
  • Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
  • Pre-surgery — discontinue at least 2 weeks prior (potential antiplatelet effect)

May thin the blood

Watch for: Anticoagulants (warfarin), antiplatelets (aspirin, clopidogrel), and other blood-thinning herbs or supplements (ginkgo, garlic, fish oil, vitamin E)

Combining blood-thinning substances can increase bleeding risk, including before surgery or dental work.