Single Herbs

Category	Huo Xue Qu Yu Yao 活血祛瘀藥
Sub Category
Name	Jing San Leng 荊三稜 Bur-reed rhizome
Grown	Northeast, north and central China.
Source	Dried rhizome of Scirpus yagara OHWI.
Ingredients
Pharma Effect
Properties	Bitter, neutral
Channels	Spleen, liver
Function	Promotes movement of qi, dispels blood stasis, reduces swellings, relieves pain and regulates menstruation.
Clinic Usage	For amenorrhea, masses in abdomen, pain in heart and abdomen, postpartum blood stasis, traumatic injuries, carbuncles, nodules, stagnation of qi and blood and retention of food caused distention and fullness.
Cautions	Use with caution in cases of blood deficiency and of weak constitution, amenorrhea due to blood exhaustion or during pregnancy.
Dosage	3~10g. Parch herb with vinegar to reinforce pain alleviation.
Storage	Store in a dry place. Protect from mold and worm infestation.