Single Herbs

Category	An Shen Yao 安神藥
Sub Category
Name	Hu Po 琥珀 Amber
Grown	South and northeast China.
Source	Yellowish or brownish fossil resin.
Ingredients
Pharma Effect
Properties	Sweet, neutral
Channels	Heart, liver, bladder
Function	Calms convulsion and spirit, promotes urination, treats stranguria and dispels stasis.
Clinic Usage	For convulsions, epilepsy, forgetfulness, loss of vitality, stranguria, blood in the urine, urinary difficulties, post partum lochia, placenta retention, carbuncles or boils in the back, traumatic injuries, knife wounds and fractures.
Cautions
Dosage	1.5~3g. Use in powders. Do not decoct.
Storage	Store in a dry place.