CHUAN XIONG
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Nomenclature
CHUAN XIONG
川芎
Radix Ligustici Chuanxiong
Other Names
Properties:
Acrid
Liver / LR Gall Bladder / GB Pericardium / PC
Dosage and Toxicity
3 - 10 gm
1 - 1.5 gm powdered
Functions
Activates Qi and Blood Circulation (especially gynecological problems and pain from Qi and blood stagnation)
Tao Hong Si Wu Tang, Sheng Hua Tang, Chai Hu Shu Gan Tang, Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang, Bu Yang Huan Wu Tang, Tuo Li Xiao Du Yin, Yue Ju Wan
Dispels wind and Relieves pain (especially in Head)
Chuan Xiong Cha Tiao San, Qiang Huo Sheng Shi Tang, Juan Bi Tang
most effective for HA related to menstruation
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Preparation and Processing
Cautions and contraindications
Clinical Research and studies
Formulas that include this herb
Sources
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