Cyathula, Chuān Niú Xī, ⽜膝, Radix Cyathula Officinalis
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Category: Regulate Blood - Invigorate
English: Cyathula Pinyin: Chuan Niu Xi Pharmaceutical: Radix Cyathula Officinalis
Organs: Liver • Kidney Temperature: Neutral
Taste: Bitter • Sour Toxicity:
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Actions: Invigorate blood • Dispel stasis • Tonify Liver • Tonify Kidney • Strengthen bones and sinews • Clears damp heat in lower jiao • Move blood downward
Indications: Miscarriages • Dysmenorrhea • Amenorrhea • Lochioschesis • Blood stasis lower back pain • Knee pain • Muscle soreness • Lin Syndrome • Edema • Vaginal discharge • Reckless hot blood • Liver yang rising • Stomach fire • Blurred vision
Contraindications: Pregnancy • Spleen deficiency diarrhea • Kidney Qi deficiency with excessive menstruation • Spematorrhea
Typical Dosage: 6g to 15g Guidelines
Parts Used: Notable for: Key herb for miscarriages • Sends Qi and blood to lower jiao • Lower back and knee pain • Treats Bi syndrome from qi and blood stagnation
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Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang • Ji Sheng Shen Qi Wan • Niu Xi Tang • Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin • San Miao San • Shen Tong Zhu Yu Tang • Wen Jing Tang • Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang • Yu Nu Jian • Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tang
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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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