FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is After Stroke (B) Formula Traditionally Used to Support?

After Stroke (B) Formula is traditionally used according to TCM principles to support patterns involving left-sided facial weakness, facial asymmetry, limited facial movement, Qi deficiency, Blood deficiency, Blood Stasis, and obstruction of the channels and collaterals. It supports the circulation and nourishment needed to maintain healthy facial muscle function.

How Does Traditional Chinese Medicine View Long-Standing Facial Weakness?

Traditional Chinese Medicine evaluates long-standing facial weakness according to the movement and condition of Qi and Blood. Common patterns may include Qi deficiency, Blood deficiency, Blood Stasis, or obstruction of the channels and collaterals. Treatment principles are selected according to the individual’s complete TCM presentation.

What Is Blood Stasis in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

Blood Stasis is a TCM pattern in which Blood does not move freely through the channels and collaterals. It may be associated with fixed discomfort, tightness, numbness, altered sensation, weakness, asymmetry, or restricted movement. Blood Stasis may also occur together with Qi deficiency or Blood deficiency.

Who May Consider After Stroke (B) Formula?

This formula may be considered for established patterns involving left-sided facial weakness, uneven facial expression, difficulty closing one eye, reduced facial muscle control, altered facial sensation, or limited facial movement. Formula selection should be based on the individual’s complete TCM pattern rather than one symptom alone.

Can After Stroke (B) Formula Support Facial Weakness and Asymmetry?

This formula is traditionally used to invigorate Blood, tonify Qi, nourish the facial muscles, and open the channels and collaterals. These traditional functions help support healthy facial movement, muscle tone, coordination, expression, and a more balanced facial appearance.

Why Are Qi and Blood Important for Facial Movement?

According to TCM, Qi helps move Blood, while Blood nourishes the muscles, tendons, channels, and surrounding tissues. When Qi is deficient or Blood becomes stagnant, the facial muscles may not receive adequate nourishment. Supporting both Qi and Blood is therefore an important principle within this formula.

Why Are the Channels and Collaterals Important in TCM?

The channels and collaterals are pathways through which Qi and Blood circulate and nourish different areas of the body. When these pathways become obstructed, movement and sensation may be affected. This formula follows traditional principles for opening the channels and supporting the unobstructed movement of Qi and Blood.

How Long Should I Take After Stroke (B) Formula?

The appropriate length of use varies according to the individual’s constitution, TCM pattern, overall strength, duration of the imbalance, and consistency of use. Long-standing patterns generally require steady support over time. Follow the product directions or the individualized guidance provided by your herbal practitioner.

When Is the Best Time to Take After Stroke (B) Formula?

Take the formula according to the directions on the product label or your herbal practitioner’s recommendation. Consistency is important when supporting long-standing TCM patterns. Individuals taking medications—particularly blood-thinning or antiplatelet medications—should have their herbs and medications carefully reviewed before use.

Can It Be Combined With Other Silkie Herbs® Formulas?

Silkie Herbs® formulas may be combined when more than one TCM pattern is present. Depending on the individual’s digestion, energy, constitution, and accompanying signs, After Stroke (B) Formula may be paired with Spleen Support, Immune Booster, Blood and Stamina, or another formula selected by an herbal practitioner.

What Ingredients Are Included in After Stroke (B) Formula?

The formula contains Cimicifuga Rhizome (Sheng Ma), Rhodiola Root (Hong Jing Tian), Safflower Flower (Hong Hua), Chinese Angelica Root (Dang Gui), Lobed Kudzuvine Root (Ge Gen), Licorice Root (Gan Cao), and pure honey. Each ingredient serves a specific traditional role within the complete formula.

What Makes Silkie Herbs® After Stroke (B) Formula Different?

Silkie Herbs® formulas are rooted in five generations of traditional Chinese herbal practice. This formula is prepared with carefully selected herbs according to established TCM principles and made as traditional honey-bound herbal pills without compressed tablets, chemical binders, artificial colors, artificial flavors, or unnecessary additives.

Why Does Silkie Herbs® Use Honey-Bound Herbal Pills?

Honey-bound pills are a traditional form of Chinese herbal preparation. Pure honey binds the powdered herbs together, moderates their taste, harmonizes the formula, and helps preserve freshness. This method also avoids many of the artificial binders, lubricants, coatings, and flow agents commonly used in modern compressed tablets.

Are Silkie Herbs® Formulas Third-Party Tested and Made in the USA?

Silkie Herbs® formulas are blended, prepared, and packaged in the United States. Testing is conducted throughout the production process, including raw-herb verification and finished-product screening for identity, purity, heavy metals, pesticides, and microbial contaminants to support product quality and consistency.