Chinese Motherwort, Yì Mǔ Cǎo, 益母草, Herba Leonurua Heterophyllus

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Category: Regulate Blood - Invigorate 
English: Chinese Motherwort    Pinyin:  Yi Mu Cao      Pharmaceutical: Herba Leonurua Heterophyllus  
Organs: Heart • Liver • Bladder      Temperature: Slightly Cold  
Taste: Acrid • Bitter      Toxicity:   
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Actions:  Invigorate blood • Regulate menses • Promote Urination • Reduce edema • Clear heat • Resolve toxicity
Indications: Irregular menses • Post partum abdominal pain • Lochioschesis • Premenstrual cramps • Blood stasis infertility • Edema with blood stasis • Scanty urination • Glomerulo-nephritis • PCOS • Boils • Carbuncles • Rashes • Hives
Contraindications: Pregnancy • Yin deficiency • Blood deficiency
Typical Dosage: 9g to 30g           Guidelines
Parts Used:       Notable for: Gynecology uses
Other:
Combine With Purpose
Formulas with Yi Mu Cao
Yi Mu Wan

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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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