Single Herbs

Category	Qu Feng Shi Yao 祛風濕藥
Sub Category
Name	Du Huo 獨活 Pubescent angelica root
Grown	North and west China.
Source	Dried root of Angelica pubescens Maxim. f. biserrata Shan et Yuan.
Ingredients	Angelicon, Angelol, Bergapten, Angelical, Psoralen, Psoralen,
Pharma Effect
Properties	Acrid, bitter, slightly warm
Channels	Kidney, bladder
Function	Dispels wind-dampness, expels cold and alleviates pain.
Clinic Usage	For damp arthralgia due to pathogenic wind-cold, pain and soreness in the lower back and knees, hand and foot spasms, chronic tracheitis, headache, toothache and facial paralysis due to wind-stroke.
Cautions	Use with caution in cases of yin and blood deficiency.
Dosage	3~9g
Storage	Store in a cool, dry place. Protect from mold and worm infestation. Do not expose to direct sunshine.