Gao Ben (Chinese Lovage Root) - Chinese Herbal Medicine

Chinese Name: Gao Ben
English Name: Chinese Lovage Root, Ligusticum Root

Clinical Usage and Indications

  • Expels wind-cold, vertex headaches (teeth/jaw pain)
  • Dispels wind and dampness - useful for wind-cold-damp bi-syndromes and/or acute lower back pain from wind cold
  • Resolve dampness effecting stomach/spleen

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Dosage and Preparation Notes

  • Dosage: 3-9g

Channels/Meridians Influenced

Associated Temperature and Taste

Cautions and Contraindications

  • Avoid in Blood and/or Yin Deficiency

    Staff Clinician Notes

    There are no additional notes for this herb.

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