Single Herbs

Category	Li Qi Yao 理氣藥
Sub Category
Name	Gan Song 甘松 Spikenard
Grown	Qinghai, Gansu, Sichuan.
Source	The dried root and stem of Nardostachys chinensis Batal.
Ingredients	Alkaloid
Pharma Effect
Properties	Acrid, sweet, warm
Channels	Spleen, stomach
Function	Promotes the movement of qi, alleviates pain, relieves restraint and supplements spleen.
Clinic Usage	For distended chest and abdomen, lack of appetite, vomiting, toothache and foot edema.
Cautions
Dosage	3~6g. For external use, apply proper dosage. The decoctions can be used to rinse mouth or immerse feet. Apply ground powder on external wounds.
Storage	Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid dampness and infestation by worms.