Single Herbs

Category	Huo Xue Qu Yu Yao 活血祛瘀藥
Sub Category
Name	E Zhu 莪朮 Zedoary rhizome
Grown	Central and south China.
Source	Dried rhizome of Curcuma phaeocaulis Val..
Ingredients	sesquiterpenoid alcohols, Curcumol, Zederone, Curdione, Curcumenol, Furanodienone, Curcolone, Zedoarone, Dehydrocurdione
Pharma Effect	1) Effect on intestines - the herbal extract has an inhibiting effect on intestine contraction in mice. Also can promote carbon particle transportation in intestines. 2) Others - has an inhibiting effect on sarcomas formation in mice. Also showed good tre
Properties	Acrid, bitter, warm
Channels	Spleen, liver
Function	Promotes movement of qi, dispels stasis, reduces food accumulation, disperses pathogenic lumps and relieves pain.
Clinic Usage	For food stagnancy, distended chest, masses in abdomen, amenorrhea due to blood stasis and traumatic injuries.
Cautions	Contraindicated during pregnancy or patients with menorrhagia symptom.
Dosage	6~9g
Storage	Store in a dry place. Protect from worm infestation.