Single Herbs
Formula
Single Herbs
| Category | Bu Xu Yao
補虛藥 |
| Sub Category | Bu Yang
補陽 |
| Name | Lu Rong
鹿茸 Deer antler |
| Grown | North and west China. |
| Source | Antler of Cervus nippon Temminck. |
| Ingredients | Ceramide, Oestrone |
| Pharma Effect | |
| Properties | Sweet, salty, warm |
| Channels | Kidney, liver |
| Function | Generates vital essence and marrow, nourishes blood and yang, and strengthens muscle and joints. |
| Clinic Usage | For overstrain in men, weakness in lower back and knees, dizziness, nocturnal emission, fatigue, and neurasthenia. Also for women's uterus discomfort, vaginal discharge and leukorrhea. |
| Cautions | Start with a smaller amount then gradually increase the dosage as needed. Sudden intake of a heavy dosage may cause dizziness, red eyes, or injury to yin. Contraindicated in cases of yin deficiency with uprising yang, blood with heat symptoms, stomach wit |
| Dosage | 1~2g. Use in powders with water. |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry place. Keep tightly sealed. Protect from worm infestation. |
