Moves Qi and Blood, Relieves Pain
Especially for pain do to Qi and Blood Stasis including hypochondriac pain, irregular menses, masses (especially in abdomen and hypochondriac region), traumatic injuries, and dysmenorrhea. Also for liver cirrhosis, enlarged liver and spleen
Clear Heat and Cool Blood
For bleeding due to Heat in the Blood including epistaxis, hematemesis, hematuria, and epistaxis during menses
Clear the Heart, Open Orifices
For Shen disturbances associated with Damp, Phlegm and Heat in the Heart with symptoms like disorientation, epilepsy, mania, anxiety, agitation, seizures, and derangement
Treats Jaundice, Benefits the Gallbladder
Treats Damp-Heat jaundice and gall stones
Contraindications and Cautions
Caution during pregnancy
Do not use in patients without Qi and Blood Stagnation
Do not use in patients with Yin Deficiency
Herb-Drug Interactions
This section is being researched, and is not completed.
Only use Chinese herbs or formulas under the direct care and supervision of a licensed Acupuncturist/Herbalist.
Some of the substances included on this website are no longer used, and are included for historical reference only.