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Gastrodia and Uncaria Drink

Shanghai Institute of Hypertension · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Gastrodia and Uncaria Drink is a Traditional Chinese medicine herbal formulation Small molecule drug developed by Shanghai Institute of Hypertension. It is currently FDA-approved for Hypertension, Hypertension-related symptoms (dizziness, headache). Also known as: tianma gouteng drink.

Gastrodia and Uncaria Drink is a traditional Chinese medicine formulation that reduces blood pressure and alleviates hypertension-related symptoms through multiple herbal components.

Gastrodia and Uncaria Drink is a traditional Chinese medicine being evaluated for hypertension. A Phase 4 trial suggests short-term efficacy, but no FDA approval. Limited safety data is available.

At a glance

Generic nameGastrodia and Uncaria Drink
Also known astianma gouteng drink
SponsorShanghai Institute of Hypertension
Drug classTraditional Chinese medicine herbal formulation
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaCardiovascular
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

The formulation combines Gastrodia elata and Uncaria species with other traditional herbs to modulate vascular tone and reduce hypertensive symptoms. The mechanism is attributed to the combined effects of alkaloids and other bioactive compounds that may act on vascular smooth muscle and the central nervous system to lower blood pressure and reduce associated symptoms like dizziness and headache.

Approved indications

Common side effects

No common side effects on file.

Key clinical trials

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Frequently asked questions about Gastrodia and Uncaria Drink

What is Gastrodia and Uncaria Drink?

Gastrodia and Uncaria Drink is a Traditional Chinese medicine herbal formulation drug developed by Shanghai Institute of Hypertension, indicated for Hypertension, Hypertension-related symptoms (dizziness, headache).

How does Gastrodia and Uncaria Drink work?

Gastrodia and Uncaria Drink is a traditional Chinese medicine formulation that reduces blood pressure and alleviates hypertension-related symptoms through multiple herbal components.

What is Gastrodia and Uncaria Drink used for?

Gastrodia and Uncaria Drink is indicated for Hypertension, Hypertension-related symptoms (dizziness, headache).

Who makes Gastrodia and Uncaria Drink?

Gastrodia and Uncaria Drink is developed and marketed by Shanghai Institute of Hypertension (see full Shanghai Institute of Hypertension pipeline at /company/shanghai-institute-of-hypertension).

Is Gastrodia and Uncaria Drink also known as anything else?

Gastrodia and Uncaria Drink is also known as tianma gouteng drink.

What drug class is Gastrodia and Uncaria Drink in?

Gastrodia and Uncaria Drink belongs to the Traditional Chinese medicine herbal formulation class. See all Traditional Chinese medicine herbal formulation drugs at /class/traditional-chinese-medicine-herbal-formulation.

What development phase is Gastrodia and Uncaria Drink in?

Gastrodia and Uncaria Drink is FDA-approved (marketed).

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