Agrimony, Xiān Hè Cǎo, 仙鹤草, Agrimonia Pilosa

 

 

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Health Benefits
For: tapeworm, roundworms • gastrointestinal bleeding • bloody diarrhea • hemoptysis • epistaxis • hematemesis • hematochezia • uterine bleeding • hematuria • menorrhagia
Attributes: coagulant • antiparasitic • spermicidal • antibiotic
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Other Names: Tu Jing Ben Cao
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Agrimonia Pilosa is not in the USDA Plant Database.  Drill down via USDA Interactive Map:

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Category: Regulate Blood - Stop Bleeding 
English: Agrimony    Pinyin:  Xian He Cao      Pharmaceutical: Herba Agrimoniae  
Organs: Lung • Liver • Spleen      Temperature: Neutral  
Taste: Bitter • Astringent      Toxicity:   
Patterns: Qi and blood deficiencies • Bleeding 
Actions:  Restrains blood leakage • Stop bleeding • Alleviate diarrhea/dysentery • Treat blood deficiency • Kill parasites
Indications: Bleeding indications • Qi and blood deficiencies • Parasites • Pus, abscesses, sores, nodules, hemorrhoids • Menorrhagia
Contraindications: Blood stasis bleeding • Can cause palpitations and elevated heart rate • Acute diarrhea • Acute dysentery
Typical Dosage: 9g to 15g; Max 30g          Guidelines
Parts Used:       Notable for: Upper and Middle Jiao bleeding • Vomiting • Nosebleed • Gum bleed • Spotting menses • Excess or deficiency
Other: Can also be used topically
Combine With Purpose
Formulas with Xian He Cao

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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:

Herbs:

Pharma Drugs:anticoagulant 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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