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Hei Lao Hu (Gen)黑老虎

Radix Kadsurae CocciniaeRoot of Scarlet Kadsura

Category
Herbs that regulate Qi
Taste
pungent, slightly bitter
Dosage
9–15 g

Actions & indications

Promotes the flow of Qi, alleviates pain, dissipates Stasis and dredges the channels
  • Gastric ulcer, duodenal ulcer, chronic gastritis, dysmenorrhea, acute gastroenteritis and abdominal pain caused by blood stasis after delivery
  • Fracture, traumatic injury, hernia and rheumatic arthritis

Contraindications

Not to be used during pregnancy.

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