Bugleweed, Zé Lán, 泽兰, Herba Lycopus Lucidus

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Properties, Actions, Indications, etc.              Category: Regulate Blood - Invigorate 
English: Bugleweed    Pinyin:  Ze Lan      Pharmaceutical: Herba Lycopus Lucidus  
Organs: Liver • Spleen      Temperature: Slightly Warm  
Taste: Acrid • Bitter      Toxicity:   
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Actions:  Invigorate blood • Regulate menses • Dispel stasis • Reduce swelling • Promote urination • Reduce edema
Indications: Dysmenorrhea • Amenorrhea • Blood stasis postpartum abdominal pain • Postpartum edema • Scanty urination • Facial edema • Liver cirrhosis ascites • Carbuncles • Abscess • Traumatic injury
Contraindications: Pregnancy
Typical Dosage: 9g to 15g           Guidelines
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Formulas with Ze Lan
Duo Ming Dan • Ze Lan Tang

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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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