Frankincense, Rǔ Xiāng, 乳香, Gummi Boswellia Carterii
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Category: Regulate Blood - Invigorate
English: Frankincense Pinyin: Ru Xiang Pharmaceutical: Gummi Boswellia Carterii
Organs: Heart • Liver • Spleen Temperature: Warm
Taste: Acrid • Bitter Toxicity:
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Actions: Invigorate blood • Move Qi • Relax sinews • Relieve pain • Reduce swelling • Generate flesh
Indications: Blood stasis traumatic pain • Blood stasis epigastric, chest, or abdominal pain • Dysmenorrhea • Rigidity • Wind-damp bi • Spasms • Chronic sores • Bi syndrome • Carbuncles • Sores • Boils • Swelling • Intestinal abscess • Breast abscess • Swollen ankles
Contraindications: Pregnancy • Spleen deficiency
Typical Dosage: 3g to 9g Guidelines
Parts Used: Notable for: Swollen ankles
Other: Herb pair: Ru Xiang/Mo Yao : Ru Xiang is more on invigorating Qi and Moyao more focused on blood
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Fu Jin Shen Ji San • Hong Teng Jian • Juan Bi Tang • Qi Li San • Xian Fang Huo Ming Yin
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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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