2026-06-12 岐阜大学
＜関連情報＞
- https://www.gifu-u.ac.jp/news/research/2026/06/entry12-15127.html
- https://obgyn.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/jog.70340
女性特有の症状を診療する一般臨床医に必要な漢方処方―日本の産婦人科医を対象とした全国調査 Essential Kampo Formulas for General Clinicians Managing Female-Specific Conditions: A Nationwide Survey of Obstetricians and Gynecologists in Japan
Takashi Takeda, Masanori Isobe, Takeshi Nagamatsu, Akitoshi Nakashma, Masatoshi Saito, Fusanori Yotsumoto
Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Research Published: 24 May 2026
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1111/jog.70340
FIGURE 1 Distribution of recommended Kampo formulas. The bars represent the number of respondents recommending each Kampo formula. Recommendation frequencies demonstrated a nonuniform distribution, with endorsements concentrated among a limited number of prescriptions. The eight most frequently recommended formulas were subsequently defined as essential Kampo formulas for further analysis.
ABSTRACT
Background
Although female-specific conditions are frequently encountered in general clinical practice, nonspecialist physicians may have limited preparedness to manage these conditions. Therefore, Kampo medicine may be a practical therapeutic option in these settings.
Aim
To identify Kampo formulas that are considered essential for general clinicians managing female-specific conditions through a nationwide survey of obstetricians and gynecologists (OB/GYNs) in Japan.
Methods
An anonymous web-based questionnaire was administered among members of the Obstetrics and Gynecology Kampo Research Group between May and September 2025. The respondents selected up to eight Kampo formulas that were considered essential. Recommendation frequencies were analyzed, and the eight most frequently recommended formulas were defined as essential Kampo formulas. Associations with physician characteristics were examined using logistic regression and correspondence analyses.
Results
Thirty Kampo formulas were used. The recommendation frequencies showed a nonuniform distribution, with endorsements concentrated among a limited number of formulas. Eight formulas, Kamishoyosan, Keishibukuryogan, Tokishakuyakusan, Goreisan, Yokukansan, Hangekobokuto, Hochuekkito, and Kamikihito, were identified as essential. Recommendation patterns were consistent across physicians’ backgrounds, although minor differences were observed according to sex and clinical experience.
Conclusions
A core set of Kampo formulas commonly recommended by OB/GYNs was identified, providing a practical foundation for clinical education and the implementation of Kampo medicine by general clinicians managing female-specific conditions.
