Calmer nights
Less time awake in the dark, so you wake up ready for the day you planned.
Inside Pausive
Dong quai for menopause.
The root Chinese medicine calls female ginseng, here for calmer nights and a steadier month.
4.8/5
from customer reviews
Dong quai1 of 11 ingredients in Pausive- Years in use
- 2,000
- Part used
- Root
- Pausive botanicals
- 1 of 11
What is dong quai?
A tall mountain plant from western China, whose fragrant root has been a women's herb for about 2,000 years.
Chinese medicine calls it female ginseng: the classic tonic for women's cycles and the years around menopause.
The root, up close
The flowers
Flat white clusters, shaped like umbrellas.
The stem
Tall, hollow and tinged with purple.
The leaves
Feathery and deeply cut. Below them, the root that goes into Pausive.
How dong quai works.
Menopause changes more than your temperature. Here's what your body is doing, and where dong quai comes in.
Your rhythm shifts
Cycles get less predictable, and the month stops feeling like something you can plan around.
It shows up in your day
Heat at odd hours, restless nights, and a tiredness that lingers into the afternoon.
Dong quai steps in
A women's tonic for centuries, it's been studied in blends for hot flashes and sleep.
Dong quai benefits, for calmer nights.
What the research looked at, and what Pausive is made to support.
A steadier month
Support for the discomfort that comes with shifting cycles, all month long.
More energy
Support for the tiredness that lingers, so the afternoon is yours again.
What the research found.
Dong quai is usually studied the way it's used: in blends with other herbs. Two results stand out.
- 55women, 12 weeks
A blend of dong quai and chamomile eased hot flashes compared with placebo, and sleep and tiredness improved too.
See the study (Kupfersztain et al., 2003) - 43women, 4 weeks
A blend with dong quai, soy isoflavones and mulberry leaf lowered menopause symptom scores compared with placebo.
See the study (Trimarco et al., 2016)
Studies of individual botanicals, not of the finished Pausive formula. Doses can differ, and results vary.
Dong quai, in good company.
One botanical rarely covers it all. In Pausive, dong quai works beside 10 others, each with its own job.
- Dong quaiCalmer nightsThis page
ChasteberryEasier days before your periodRead more
Wild yamCalmer cycle daysRead more
Black cohoshFewer hot flashesRead more
Dong quai alone, or in Pausive?
Already taking dong quai? Here's what you get when it comes with the rest of the formula.
| What is being compared | Dong quai alone | |
|---|---|---|
| A women's tonic, long used | Yes | Yes |
| Black cohosh for the heat | Yes | No |
| Sage for night sweats | Yes | No |
| Chasteberry for PMS | Yes | No |
| 11 botanicals in one bottle | Yes | No |
More support for the changes you feel.
One daily menopause supplement, with support that can stay close as your needs change.
Hot Flash Relief
Support for sudden heat that interrupts a day you were looking forward to.
Read more about Hot Flash Relief
Brain Fog Support
Support for focus and mental clarity when the words slip away.
Read more about Brain Fog Support
Night Sweat Relief
Support for warmer nights that can interrupt your rest.
Read more about Night Sweat Relief
PMS Relief
Cycle comfort that can stay close through the month.
Read more about PMS Relief
Mood Swing Support
Support for the changes that can make a familiar day feel different.
Read more about Mood Swing Support
Intimacy Support
Daily support for the comfort that closeness depends on.
Read more about Intimacy Support
Real women, real reviews
What customers say: Women mention fewer, milder hot flashes, steadier moods, and finally sleeping through the night. Generated by AI from customer review text.
4.8/5
average of written customer reviews
Sarah M.
Saved my sanity at work!!
“I'm 51 and teach high school, so having sudden intense heat waves in the middle of lecturing was embarrassing. A colleague suggested trying capsules with chasteberry and black cohosh. I was skeptical, but Pausive really delivered. After almost a month of daily use, those sudden spikes are way down and I can actually get through a 40-minute period without turning beet red.”
Danielle
way less flashes
“Flashes at work were so annoying. After 3 weeks of daily use, my hot flashes went from 8 a day down to maybe 1.”
Carolyn B.
Sleeping 7 solid hours for the first time in years
“Before Pausive, sleep was a battlefield. I'd fall asleep fine at 10 PM, then wake up at 2 AM sweating, toss around until 4 AM, and then my alarm would ring at 6 AM. It was brutal for my health. It took about two full weeks on these capsules, but now I stay asleep through the night. Waking up actually refreshed feels surreal.”
Tracy H.
My OBGYN actually agreed with these ingredients!
“I brought the Pausive bottle to my annual gynecologist appointment because I wanted her input before starting anything new. She looked at the label and liked the combination of red clover, chasteberry, and sage leaf alongside black cohosh. Having her green light made me feel so much safer starting this routine.”
Stephanie C.
Feeling much more grounded and less irritable
“I was snapping at my kids and my husband over the smallest things, which isn't who I am at all. Perimenopause mood swings were hitting me hard. After about 2.5 weeks on Pausive, I noticed I'm not on edge all day long. My family even commented that I seem much more patient again. It just feels like I got my emotional buffer back.”
Amy S.
Brought the temperature down :)
“Hot flashes went from like 10 a day to maybe 2 very light ones. Super happy with these results!”
Debra T.
Sage leaf & red clover really make a difference
“I specifically searched for a supplement with sage leaf and red clover because my nutritionist mentioned them for night sweats. Pausive combined both along with black cohosh, which saved me from taking 3 different bottles. I used to wake up soaking wet at 3 AM. Now I actually stay dry all night long.”
Janet K.
no more sleeping on a towel
“I was literally putting a towel over my sheets every night. About 2 weeks into taking Pausive supplement those awful night sweats chilled out. My bed sheets are dry every morning now!”
Christine W.
Clearer head and steady energy all day
“The brain fog was honestly terrifying me: I'd walk into a room and completely forget why I was there, or struggle to find basic words at my desk job. Combining these capsules with my morning routine gave me back my focus. No jittery feeling like caffeine gives, just clear-headed energy.”
Vicki L.
Be patient, consistency pays off!
“Don't give up after week 1! It took about 18 days for me to really start feeling the steady benefits, but now I won't go a day without it.”
Donna V.
Easy to swallow and zero herbal aftertaste
“I hate taking giant horse pills that taste like dirt, which is what happened with a previous black cohosh brand I bought at the grocery store. Pausive capsules are a normal size, smooth to swallow, and don't give me reflux or a weird herbal burp afterward. Plus the bottle design looks very sleek on my nightstand.”
Karen B.
SO MUCH BETTER
“NO MORE BURNING FACE IN MEETINGS! These capsules are worth every single penny.”
Heather
more energy everyday
“No 2pm energy crash anymore! super happy”
Victoria
Good boost
“Gives a nice steady boost of energy without any jitters. I can survive my workday without feeling completely exhausted.”
Chloe
FEEL LIKE MYSELF AGAIN
“My brain fog is gone and some symptoms I didn't even realize I had just disappeared too”
Vanessa
really helps with fatigue
“I’m in my 40s and my energy was completely zero due to perimenopause. Started taking these daily and within two weeks I stopped needing afternoon naps.”
Kimberly
Hot flashes gone
“Black cohosh works wonders! Almost zero hot flashes now.”
Samantha
FINALLY RELIEF
“honestly didn't expect much, but my hot flashes aren't nearly as bad now.”
Christina
Cool and comfortable
“These actually brought down those horrible sudden heat waves. My skin doesn't feel like it's burning up every hour anymore.”
Jessica
finally sleeping
“Sleeping through the night again 10/10!”
Pamela R.
No more midnight sheet changes!
“Finally sleeping through without soaking my sheets. 10/10 recommend.”
Lauren
So much bettr sleep
“Took about 2 weeks of taking them, but I don't wake up every hour sweating anymore.”
Amanda
NO MORE INSOMNIA
“Slept like a rock!”
Melissa
Slept 8 hours!
“Woke up feeling actually rested for the first time in months, my husband said I didn't toss and turn at all :).”
Sarah L.
Finally sleeping dry
“I tried everything, but my night sweats kept waking me up. Pausive actually made them go away within days. Highly recommend!”
Michelle P.
Noticeable difference
“Woke up in a cool bed for the first time in forever, im truly grateful”
Donna F.
Game changer for night sweats
“OH MY GOD. If you’re constantly tossing and turning from soaking through your pajamas, you need this.”
Teresa H.
My husband noticed the difference first LOL
“He asked what I was taking because I hadn't lost my temper in two weeks. Chasteberry is magic for PMS & perimenopause irritability!”
Lisa P.
took a few weeks but working
“flashes are definitely milder now. didn't notice much the first 10 days but around week 3 things calmed down.”
Nancy G.
pajamas stay dry y'all
“im not changing my clothes twice a night anymore. absolute life saver for perimenopause.”
Rebecca M.
Good progress so far
“Night sweats aren't completely gone, but they are about 80% better. I'll definitely keep taking these daily.”
Kelly D.
less moody lately
“helped smooth out my daily mood swings. not a miracle worker overnight but definitely helps me feel more balanced.”
Brenda K.
way bettr calm vibe
“used to feel anxious and frustrated every afternoon for no reason. these capsules really helped even things out.”
Sandra F.
Better than afternoon coffee
“Helps me bypass that dreaded 3pm fatigue without giving me heart palpitations.”
Cynthia L.
BRAIN FOG IS GONE
“I can actually focus on my daily tasks again without feeling exhausted by noon. Highly recommend!”
Sharon K.
much bettr rest
“not waking up every 2 hours anymore. takes a bit of time to kick in though.”
Laura M.
Slept like a baby!
“I haven't slept this deeply since my late 30s. No grogginess the next morning either.”
Michelle E.
Normal size capsules thank goodness
“Super easy to take with breakfast every morning. No stomach upset at all.”
Lori S.
Nice clean product
“Arrived quickly in good condition. Capsules are clean and high quality. Been taking them for 2 weeks so far.”
Cindy W.
recommended by my sister
“my sister kept talking about these capsules so i had to try them myself. totally lived up to the hype!”
Tammy R.
Love the clean plant-based blend
“I'm very particular about what I put into my body, especially in my late 40s. I love that this formula relies on natural botanicals like sage leaf, chasteberry, red clover, and black cohosh without weird fillers or synthetic stuff. It feels gentle on my system while actually delivering noticeable relief.”
Angela M.
Great herbal combination!
“Hard to find all four key herbal ingredients in one single capsule formula. Very impressed.”
Julie P.
Natural alternative that actually works
“Wanted to avoid synthetic options as long as possible. This botanical mix has been a great fit for me.”
Diane S.
Essential part of my morning routine now
“I keep my bottle right next to my coffee maker so I never forget my daily dosage. Traveling with it last week was a breeze too, didn't break my momentum. Consistency is key with these capsules, but once you build the habit, the daily payoff in how you feel is 100% worth it.”
Paula F.
easy habit to stick to
“just two capsules every morning with water. simple and effective.”
Sarah D.Verified buyer
Game changer for my daily routine!
“After adding this to my morning habit, I noticed a huge difference in my energy!”
Marta R.Verified buyer
Exceeded all my expectations!
“I started seeing noticeable improvements by the end of the first week. Quality is top-notch and it really delivers what it promises.”
Fran T.Verified buyer
Love the clean plant-based blend
“I'm very particular about what I put into my body, especially in my late 40s. I love that this formula relies on natural botanicals like sage leaf, chasteberry, red clover, and black cohosh without weird fillers or synthetic stuff. It feels gentle on my stomach and truly effective.”
Ray R.Verified buyer
Finally, real relief from night sweats
“The hot flashes were waking me up 3 to 4 times a night. After two weeks of consistent use, the intensity dropped significantly. I can finally sleep through the night without changing my pajamas.”
Elena G.Verified buyer
I regained my mental clarity and energy.
“Brain fog was really affecting me at work. I started taking Pausive on the recommendation of a friend, and the difference in my focus and daily energy levels has been incredible.”
Pausive Menopause Supplement
A supplement for menopause made with botanical herbs for hot flashes, changing sleep, mood, and daily energy. We recommend 3 months of use for optimal results.
- Hot Flash Relief
- Mood Support
- Sleep Quality
- Natural support
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Sarah M.
“I'm 51 and teach high school, so having sudden intense heat waves in the middle of lecturing was embarrassing. A colleague suggested trying capsules with chasteberry and black cohosh. I was skeptical, but Pausive really delivered. After almost a month of daily use, those sudden spikes are way down and I can actually get through a 40-minute period without turning beet red.”
Danielle
“Flashes at work were so annoying. After 3 weeks of daily use, my hot flashes went from 8 a day down to maybe 1.”
Carolyn B.
“Before Pausive, sleep was a battlefield. I'd fall asleep fine at 10 PM, then wake up at 2 AM sweating, toss around until 4 AM, and then my alarm would ring at 6 AM. It was brutal for my health. It took about two full weeks on these capsules, but now I stay asleep through the night. Waking up actually refreshed feels surreal.”
Tracy H.
“I brought the Pausive bottle to my annual gynecologist appointment because I wanted her input before starting anything new. She looked at the label and liked the combination of red clover, chasteberry, and sage leaf alongside black cohosh. Having her green light made me feel so much safer starting this routine.”
Stephanie C.
“I was snapping at my kids and my husband over the smallest things, which isn't who I am at all. Perimenopause mood swings were hitting me hard. After about 2.5 weeks on Pausive, I noticed I'm not on edge all day long. My family even commented that I seem much more patient again. It just feels like I got my emotional buffer back.”
Amy S.
“Hot flashes went from like 10 a day to maybe 2 very light ones. Super happy with these results!”
Debra T.
“I specifically searched for a supplement with sage leaf and red clover because my nutritionist mentioned them for night sweats. Pausive combined both along with black cohosh, which saved me from taking 3 different bottles. I used to wake up soaking wet at 3 AM. Now I actually stay dry all night long.”
Janet K.
“I was literally putting a towel over my sheets every night. About 2 weeks into taking Pausive supplement those awful night sweats chilled out. My bed sheets are dry every morning now!”
Christine W.
“The brain fog was honestly terrifying me: I'd walk into a room and completely forget why I was there, or struggle to find basic words at my desk job. Combining these capsules with my morning routine gave me back my focus. No jittery feeling like caffeine gives, just clear-headed energy.”
It's different for every woman. Many women in our reviews noticed a change within a few weeks, and the research looked at several months, which is why most start with 3 bottles.
The 3-bottle bundle gives you 90 days to stay with the routine. We recommend three months of daily use for optimal results, so support can stay close through the mornings, nights, and moments that matter. You’ll also get 25% off and free shipping.
Take two capsules daily, preferably with meals. Breakfast, lunch, or dinner all work. Choose the meal you already keep.
Dong quai FAQs
It's a classic women's herb in Chinese medicine, used through the years around menopause and studied in blends for sleep. In Pausive, it works beside black cohosh and chasteberry.
Because it plays the part for women that ginseng plays for everyone: the go-to tonic, used for about 2,000 years.
It depends on the person. Studies of dong quai blends ran from 4 to 12 weeks. That's why most women start Pausive with 3 bottles, about 90 days.
150 mg of dong quai root extract in every 2-capsule serving, one of the largest amounts in the formula, alongside 10 other botanicals.
Most people take it without trouble. If you're pregnant, nursing, take medication such as blood thinners, or have a hormone-sensitive condition, check with your doctor first.
No. Pausive already includes dong quai, plus chasteberry, black cohosh and more, so it can replace a single-herb bottle rather than add to it.
Pausive ships within the United States only. The 2 and 3 bottle packs ship free, and a single bottle ships at the rate shown at checkout.
Calmer nights with Pausive.
Start with the full 90 days, with a 15-day guarantee on your first order.
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