Amber, Hǔ Pò, 琥珀, Succinum

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Category: Calm Shen 
English: Amber    Pinyin:  Hu Po      Pharmaceutical: Succinum  
Organs: Bladder • Heart • Liver       Temperature: Neutral  
Taste: Sweet      Toxicity:   
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Actions:  Calm shen • Invigorate blood • Promote urination • Generate flesh • Close sores
Indications: Palpitations • Anxiety • Profuse dreaming • Insomnia • Poor memory• Painful menses • Amenorrhea • Blood stasis • Bloody Lin • Topically: sores, carbuncles, ulcerated sores • scrotum or vulva swelling and pain • Tremor • Seizure
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Typical Dosage: 1.5g to 3g • swallow in powder form • do not decoct          Guidelines
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Combine With Purpose
Formulas with Hu Po

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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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