Yan Hu Suo (Corydalis Rhizome) - Chinese Herbal Medicine

Chinese Name: Yan Hu Suo
English Name: Corydalis Rhizome

Clinical Usage and Indications

  • Invigorate blood, alleviate pain - pain from blood stasis and trauma, dysmenorrhea.
  • Promotes movement of Qi and alleviates pain - chest pain, abdominal pain, menstrual pain, hernial disorders, epigastric pain.

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Dosage and Preparation Notes

  • Dosage: 4.5-12g

Channels/Meridians Influenced

Associated Temperature and Taste

Cautions and Contraindications

  • Avoid during Pregnancy.

Staff Clinician Notes

There are no additional notes for this herb.

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