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.
Qian Cao
茜草 Qian Cao
Rubiae Radix et Rhizoma
💊 Actions
Stops bleeding while invigorating blood (does not cause stagnation), for heavy menstruation and bruises.
Contraindications
Contraindicated in pregnancy and in cold spleen deficiency without blood stasis.
📖 Usage & Dosage
6-9 grams.
🏠 Natural Red Root
Before being used as medicine, it was a natural red dye; a traditional colorant.
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