Can You Take Sichuan Lovage Rhizome and Dong Quai Together?

Use extra care with this pair

The short answer

Sichuan Lovage Rhizome is a traditional blood-activating herb with antiplatelet effects, while Dong Quai contains coumarins with anticoagulant properties. Taking both may amplify blood-thinning effects through different mechanisms.

How to arrange timing

Both Sichuan Lovage Rhizome and Dong Quai may affect blood clotting through different pathways. Consider monitoring for signs of increased bleeding (easy bruising, prolonged cuts) when taking both supplements together.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Zuo HL et al., Frontiers in Pharmacology, 2020; Coumarin-containing herbs and anticoagulation

Important context

Whether supplements suit you together also depends on dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.