Single Herbs

Category	Huo Xue Qu Yu Yao 活血祛瘀藥
Sub Category
Name	Yi Mu Cao 益母草 Leonurus
Grown	Throughout China.
Source	Dried whole plant of Leonurus sibiricus L.
Ingredients	Ieonurine, Pyrocatechol
Pharma Effect	Active ingredient leonurine has a slight uterus contraction effect in rabbits.
Properties	Bitter, acrid, slightly cold
Channels	Liver, heart
Function	Replenishes vital essence to improve vision, invigorates blood, regulates qi, tones qi in the middle burner, removes masses and generates new blood. Also can regulate menstruation.
Clinic Usage	For irregular menstruation, blood discharge, blood in the urine, bloody hemorrhoids, carbuncles, traumatic injuries and swellings.
Cautions	Contraindicated during pregnancy.
Dosage	9~30g. 12~40g if fresh herb is used.
Storage	Store dried herb in a dry place. Store fresh herb in a cool, damp place.