Single Herbs
Formula
Single Herbs
| Category | Huo Xue Qu Yu Yao 活血祛瘀藥 |
| Sub Category | |
| Name | Ru Xiang 乳香 Frankincense |
| Grown | Around coastal area of Red Sea. |
| Source | Gum-resin obtained from Boswellia carterii Birdw. |
| Ingredients | |
| Pharma Effect | |
| Properties | Acrid, bitter, warm |
| Channels | Heart, liver, spleen |
| Function | Regulates qi, invigorates blood, relaxes sinews, invigorates the channels, relieves pain, reduces swellings and regenerates tissue. |
| Clinic Usage | For stagnant qi and blood, pain in the abdomen and heart, carbuncles, toxic swellings, traumatic injuries, painful menstruation and painful postpartum blood stasis. |
| Cautions | Contraindicated during pregnancy. |
| Dosage | 3~10g. Proper amount for external use. |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry place. Keep tightly sealed. |
