Single Herbs

Category	Huo Xue Qu Yu Yao 活血祛瘀藥
Sub Category
Name	Hu Zhang 虎杖 Bushy knotweed
Grown	Throughout China.
Source	Rhizome and root of Polygonum cuspidatum Sieb. et Zucc.
Ingredients	Emodin, Chrysophanic acid, Chrysophanic acid
Pharma Effect	Has anti-viral and antiseptic properties.
Properties	Bitter, cold
Channels	Liver, gallbladder, lungs
Function	Invigorates blood, alleviates pain, clears heat and dampness, relieves toxicity, transforms phlegm and alleviates coughing.
Clinic Usage	For amenorrhea, arthritis due to wind-dampness, traumatic injuries, jaundice, leukorrhea, burns, coughing due to heat in lungs, diarrhea and constipation.
Cautions	Contraindicated during pregnancy.
Dosage	10~30g
Storage	Store in a cool, dry place.