Rhizoma chuanxiong is a herb used in the Chinese medicine.
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Uses
Rhizoma chuanxiong is used to treat cardiovascular, cerebrovascular, respiratory and renal diseases.
Benefits
- Invigorates Blood and Moves Qi.
- Expels Wind and Alleviates Pain.
- Important herb for headaches.
Caution
- Use with caution during pregnancy
- Avoid in patients with excess menses or prone to bleeding
- Do not use for Yin deficiency Fire with a red tongue and dry mouth
Interactions
- Chuan Xiong may interfere with Anti-Coagulating drugs.
Other names
Szechuan Lovage Root
Reference
Source: ShenNongPen, http://www.shen-nong.com/eng/herbal/chuanxiong.html
SacredLotus, http://www.sacredlotus.com/go/chinese-herbs/substance/chuan-xiong-szechuan-lovage-root