Loranthus Mistletoe, Sāng Jì Shēng, 桑寄生, Herba Taxillus Chinensis

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Health Benefits
For: Chronic lower back pain • Chronic knee pain • Chronic joint issues (numbness, weakness, pain) • Hypertension • Uterine bleeding
Attributes: Hypotensive
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is not in the USDA Plant Database.  Drill down via USDA Interactive Map:

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Properties, Actions, Indications, etc.              Category: Wind Damp Bones Tendons 
English: Loranthus Mistletoe    Pinyin:  Sang Ji Sheng      Pharmaceutical: Herba Taxillus Chinensis  
Organs: Liver • Kidney      Temperature: Warm  
Taste: Bitter      Toxicity:   
Patterns:  
Actions:  Dispel wind dampness • Strengthen bones and sinews • Tonify Liver and Kidney • Nourish blood • Calm fetus • Treat hypertension
Indications: Chronic Bi pain • Liver, Kidney, or blood deficiency • Weak bones and sinews • Restless fetus • Uterine bleeding • Hypertension
Contraindications: Yin deficiency
Typical Dosage: 9g to 18g          Guidelines
Parts Used:       Notable for: Calm fetus • Treat hypertension • Nourish blood
Other:
Combine With Purpose
Formulas with Sang Ji Sheng

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Be cautions with all medicine.
Potential Drug Interactions

Herbal medicine may interact negatively with pharma drugs and other herbs.  Examples below:

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Pharma Drugs:

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Information in this post came from many sources, including class notes, practitioners, websites, webinars, books, magazines, and editor's personal experience.  While the original source often came from historical Chinese texts,  variations may result from the numerous English translations.   Always consult a doctor prior to using these drugs.  The information here is strictly for educational purposes. 

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