Note: the actions, contraindications and usage sections are currently published in Arabic (primary market content); translations are in progress. Herb name, nature, taste and meridians are shown as is.

Yan Hu Suo

延胡索 Yan Hu Suo

Corydalis Rhizoma

Nature

温

Taste

辛、苦

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Meridians

心包 · 肝 · 脾 · 肺

💊 Actions

The most famous Chinese analgesic herb: it stops all pain (head/abdominal/menstrual/joint) according to the formula.

Contraindications

Contraindicated in pregnancy.

📖 Usage & Dosage

3-9 grams, decocted.

🏠 Scattered Pain Root

Its analgesic power has been documented in modern times (tetrahydropalmatine); a scientific bridge.