Single Herbs
Formula
Single Herbs
Category | Bu Xu Yao
補虛藥 |
Sub Category | Bu Yang
補陽 |
Name | Du Zhong
杜仲 Eucommia bark |
Grown | Southwest and central China. |
Source | Dried bark of Eucommia ulmoides Oliv. |
Ingredients | Medioresinol di-O-β-D-glucopyranoside, Pinoresinol di-O-β-D-glucopyranoside, Syringaresinol di-O-β-D - glucopyranoside |
Pharma Effect | |
Properties | Sweet, warm |
Channels | Lung, kidney |
Function | Nourishes liver and kidney, strengthens muscle and joints, and calms restless fetus. This is an important herb for liver and kidney deficiency and relieves soreness of lower back and knees. It can also reduce cholesterol and lower blood pressure. |
Clinic Usage | For soreness in the lower back and knees, urinary incontinence, excessive dampness and itching in the private area, restless fetus and high blood pressure. |
Cautions | This herb has warming and nourishing properties. Use with caution in cases of yin deficiency with strong fire signs. |
Dosage | 6~9g |
Storage | Store in a dry place. |