Prepared Pangolin Scale Beads … Safety & Interactions
Chao Shan Jia Zhu · Squama Manitis Praeparata
Contraindicated / High risk. Use only under practitioner supervision.
Contraindications
- Pregnancy
- Active bleeding or severe deficiency without blood stasis
- Any attempted modern clinical use of genuine pangolin material
Cautions
- Pangolin-derived medicinals are illegal or ethically unacceptable in modern practice and were removed from the Chinese Pharmacopoeia in 2020.
- Validated substitutes should be used instead for lactation support, abscess management, or blood-stasis indications.
Drug Interactions
| Drug Class / Substrate | Mechanism | Severity | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anticoagulants or antiplatelet drugs ... additive bleeding risk in historical-use contexts | |||
Pregnancy
Not recommended during pregnancy. Consult a qualified practitioner before any use.
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using herbal medicines, especially if you take prescription medications.