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LINGUSTICUM CHUANXIONG

Chuan Xiong SZECHUAN LOVAGE ROOT, CNIDIUM

This herb invigorates (or “regulates”) the Blood, treating disorders associated with Blood stasis. In TCM, these problems include pain and internal masses or growths.

HOW TO USE

Chuan Xiong is an important herb for gynecology, as many gynecological problems are caused by Stagnant Blood circulation—problems such as dysmenorrhea (menstrual cramps), amenorrhea (lack of menstruation), difficult labor, or retained placenta. It is also used for chest, flank, and epigastric (above the navel) pain caused by Stagnant Qi and Blood. It is a leading herb for externally caught Wind disorders (viruses), with symptoms such as headaches, migraines, and dizziness. It is useful for arthritis and a variety of skin problems caused by Wind, including itching. It is an essential herb used in combinations for treating all types of headaches.

PROPERTIES Acrid, Warm

CHANNELS Liver, Gall Bladder, Pericardium

FUNCTIONS AND USES

 Invigorates the Blood and promotes the circulation of qi: use for any Blood stasis patterns, especially in gynecology.

 Expels Wind and alleviates pain: it goes to the top and exterior parts of the body.

CAUTION

 Contraindicated in yin deficiency with Heat signs (it is warming), headaches due to rising Liver yang, Qi Deficiency (it does not tonify), or excessive menstrual bleeding (it moves blood further).