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| Part Used |
Root
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| Main function |
Herb for Qi Stagnation
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| Thermal qual. |
Cool
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| Taste |
Slightly bitter
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| Meridians Entered |
Lv, Lu, Ht, Kd
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| Functions |
Regulates/circulates Qi
Tonifies Yin , clears Yin Deficiency Heat
Dispels Wind Heat
Treats Heart and Kidney Yin Deficiency
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| Cautions |
Contraindicated in pregnancy (uterine stimulant)
and breastfeeding.
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| Toxicity |
Relatively safe for long term use
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| Phyto-chemicals |
Isoferulic acid, salicylic acid, racemosin,
anemonim, triterpenoids, cimicifugoside,
estrogenic phytosterol, isoflavones, tannins
-Western Properties |
Estrogenic, analgesic, diaphoretic, anti-inflammatory,
uterine stimulant, emmenagogue, anti-rheumatic, expectorant,
parasympathetic N.S. stimulant, normalizes menstrual cycle
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| Notes |
Used for menopausal problems, postpartum pain , arthritis rheumatism , tinnitus ,sciatica,
to promote menstrual flow, leucorrhea, menstrual cramps,
palpitations/panic attacks, endometriosis ,
irritation of uterus/cervix/vagina, involution of uterus after birth
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