Single Herbs

Category	Zhi Xie Yao 止血藥
Sub Category
Name	Da Ji 大薊 Japanese thistle
Grown	Central China.
Source	The dried whole leaf of Cirsium japonicum DC. And its family.
Ingredients	Pectolinarin, Chlorogenic acid, Cirsitakaoside
Pharma Effect
Properties	Sweet, bitter, cold
Channels	Heart, liver.
Function	Cools blood, stops bleeding, removes blood stasis, regenerates tissue, lowers blood pressure constantly, reduces blood cholesterol and carbuncles or swellings.
Clinic Usage	For blood expectoration, nosebleeds, uterine bleeding, heavy or incessant bloody discharge, vaginal discharge, blood in the stool due to intestinal wind, acute appendicitis, carbuncles, toxic swellings and furuncles.
Cautions
Dosage	9~15g. To use externally, use proper amount of fresh herb. Smash, then apply.
Storage	Store in a dry, well-ventilated place.