Yi Mu Cao (Chinese Motherwort)
Submitted by yyh_staff on Sat, 2008-06-07 19:31.
Chinese Name:
Yi Mu CaoEnglish Name:
Chinese MotherwortFunctions and Usage:
- Invigorates blood and regulates menses for gynecological issues - PMS, abdominal pain, irregular menses, abdominal masses, infertility, post partum abdominal pain w/lochioschesis, stasis from blood deficiency.
- Promotes urination and reduces swelling - acute systemic edema.
Functional Groupings (Click for Summary/Study Notes):
Dosage and Preparation Notes:
- Dosage: 9-60g
Channels Influenced:
Temperature and Taste Properties:
Contraindications:
- Avoid during Pregnancy.
Notes:
There are no additional notes for this herb.
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