Tao Ren (Peach Seed)
Submitted by yyh_staff on Sat, 2008-06-07 10:17.
Chinese Name:
Tao RenEnglish Name:
Peach SeedFunctions and Usage:
- Breaks up blood stasis (important herb) - menstrual disorders, abdominal pain/masses, trauma, flank pain, lung abscess, intestinal abscess.
- Moistens intestines, unblock bowels - constipation due to dry intestines.
Functional Groupings (Click for Summary/Study Notes):
Dosage and Preparation Notes:
- Dosage: 4.5-9g
Channels Influenced:
Temperature and Taste Properties:
Contraindications:
- Avoid During Pregnancy
Notes:
There are no additional notes for this herb.
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