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| Part Used |
Bark
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| Main function |
Herb for Yang Deficiency (Yang Tonic)
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| Thermal qual. |
Warm
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| Taste |
Sweet, slightly spicy
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| Meridians Entered |
Kd, Lv
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| Functions |
Tonifies Liver and Kidneys
Promotes circulation of Qi and Blood
Strengthens sinews and bones.
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| Cautions |
Contraindicated in Yin Deficiency with Heat
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| Toxicity |
Relatively safe for long term use (large doses are mildly sedative)
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| Phyto-chemicals |
Chlorogenic acid, acubin, ajugoside, reptoside
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| Western Properties |
Hypotensive, sedative, analgesic, diuretic, musculoskeletal restorative,
analgesic, anti-inflammatory, lowers blood lipids, urogenital astringent
vasodilator, immune stimulant, interferon inducent
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| Notes |
Used to treat urinary incontinence
Used to treat genital itching due to dampness
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