Chen Xiang (Aloeswood)
Submitted by yyh_staff on Fri, 2008-06-06 09:44.
Chinese Name:
Chen XiangEnglish Name:
AloeswoodFunctions and Usage:
- Promotes the movement of Qi, alleviates pain - distention and pain in abdominal region due to cold from deficiency or blood stasis.
- Directs rebellious Qi downward - excess/deficiency wheezing, vomiting, belching, hiccups due to cold from deficiency of the middle jiao.
- Helps the kidneys grasp Qi - asthma and wheezing.
Functional Groupings (Click for Summary/Study Notes):
Dosage and Preparation Notes:
- Dosage: 1.5-3g (use in powder, do not decoct)
Temperature and Taste Properties:
Contraindications:
There are currently no contraindications listed.
Notes:
There are no additional notes for this herb.
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