Horny Goat Weed, Yín Yáng Huò, 淫羊藿, Herba Epimedii
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Health Benefits
For: Low labido • Impotence • cold limbs • muscle cramps • chronic bronchitis • neutropenia • coronary artery disease
Attributes: expectorant • antitussive • aphrodisiac • antibiotic • anti-inflammatory • hypotensive • anti-cholesterol • hypoglycemic
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Icariine
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Other Names: Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing
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Category: Tonify Yang
English: Horny Goat Weed Pinyin: Yin Yang Huo Pharmaceutical: Herba Epimedii
Organs: Kidney • Liver Temperature: Warm
Taste: Pungent • Sweet Toxicity:
Patterns: Kidney yang deficiency • Wind damp cold • Bi Zheng
Actions: Tonify Kidney • Strengthen yang • Strengthen bones and sinews • Expel Wind Damp Cold
Indications: Kidney yang deficiency • Wind damp cold • Cold Bi • Low labido • Impotence • cold limbs • muscle cramps • chronic bronchitis • neutropenia
Contraindications: Yin xu heat or fire
Typical Dosage: 6g-15g Guidelines
Parts Used: leaves, stem Notable for:
Other: Increases sperm production, corticosterone, testosterone, and cortisol
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Potential Drug Interactions
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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