Single Herbs

Category	Bu Xu Yao 補虛藥
Sub Category	Bu Xue 補血
Name	Dang Gui 當歸 Tang-Kuei
Grown	Central and west China.
Source	Dried root of Angelica sinensis (Oliv.) Diels.
Ingredients	n-Valerophenone-O-Carboxylic acid, 2,4-Dihydrophthalic anhydride
Pharma Effect	The herbal extract inhibits assembling of thrombocytes in mice.
Properties	Sweet, acrid, warm
Channels	Liver, heart, spleen
Function	Tones and regulates blood, stimulates blood circulation, regulates menstruation, alleviates pain, moistens dryness and stimulates bowel movements.
Clinic Usage	For irregular menstruation, amenorrhea, abdominal pain, mass in the abdomen, heavy or incessant vaginal discharge, pain due to blood deficiency and dizziness. Use with Ramulus Cinnamomi Cassiae(gui zhi), Radix Angelicae Pubescentis(du huo), Ramulus Sanjis
Cautions	Contraindicated in cases of a sense of fullness in the middle burner due to excessive dampness, and loose stool or diarrhea.
Dosage	6~12g
Storage	Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid dampness and infestation by worms.