Single Herbs

Category	Bu Xu Yao 補虛藥
Sub Category	Bu Yang 補陽
Name	Xu Duan 續斷 Dipsacus
Grown	Central and south China.
Source	Dried root of Dipsacus asper Wall.
Ingredients
Pharma Effect
Properties	Bitter, acrid, slightly warm
Channels	Liver, kidney
Function	Nourishes liver and kidney, unites fractured bones, regulates blood channels, helps joints, alleviates pain, and calms restless fetus.
Clinic Usage	For numbness and pain in the lower back and knees, vaginal discharge during pregnancy, heavy or incessant vaginal discharge, leukorrhea, nocturnal emission, puncture wounds, carbuncles, ulcers, and traumatic injuries due to falling, fracture or sprain.
Cautions
Dosage	9~15g
Storage	Store in a cool, dry place. Protect from worm infestation.