Single Herbs

Category	Huo Xue Qu Yu Yao 活血祛瘀藥
Sub Category
Name	Chuan Shan Jia 穿山甲 Pangolin scales
Grown	South China.
Source	Dried scales of Manis pentadactyla Linnaeus.
Ingredients
Pharma Effect
Properties	Salty, slightly cold
Channels	Liver, stomach
Function	Unblocks channels, stimulates milk secretion, reduces swelling and discharges pus.
Clinic Usage	For measles, smallpox, scabies, carbuncles, galactostasis, dysentery and hernia. Can also be used topically to stop bleeding.
Cautions	Contraindicated for patients of weak constitution or with ulcerated abscesses. Use with care during pregnancy.
Dosage	3~9g. Powder is most effective.
Storage	Store in a dry place.