Single Herbs

Category	Bu Xu Yao 補虛藥
Sub Category	Bu Yang 補陽
Name	Rou Cong Rong 肉蓯蓉 Cistanche
Grown	North China.
Source	Dried stem of Cistanche salsa(C.A.Mey)G.Beck.
Ingredients	8-Hydroxygeraniol-β-D-glucopyranoside, 8-Epiloganic acid, β-Sitosterol-β-D-glucoside, Cistanin, Cistanoside A, B, C, D, Echinacoside
Pharma Effect
Properties	Sweet, salty, warm
Channels	Kidney, large intestine
Function	Strengthens yin, tones vital essence, strengthens lower back and knees, moistens dryness and helps bowel movements.
Clinic Usage	For impotence, vaginal discharge, leukorrhea, sterility, cold and pain in the lower back and knees, blood in the urine, incontinence, dry blood and constipation.
Cautions	Use with caution in cases of weak stomach, loose stool or with strong fire signs.
Dosage	6~9g.
Storage	Store in a cool, dry place.