Randomized Controlled Trial of Herbal Medicine (Bojungikgi-tang) for Orthostatic Hypotension
Journal · Clinical Autonomic Research (2023)
Original authors · Lee JY, Kwon CY, Shin HK, et al.
DOI · 10.1007/s10286-2023-059
Summary
Fifty-five patients with orthostatic hypotension were compared between Bojungikgi-tang and placebo groups for 8 weeks. The herbal medicine group showed 38% improvement in systolic blood pressure drop on standing and reduction in dizziness.
Key figures
BP variation↓
38%
Participants
55 subjects
Symptom Improvement
Dizziness↓
Conclusion
Bojungikgi-tang is effective for blood pressure regulation and dizziness relief in orthostatic hypotension.
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