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.

Mu Dan Pi

牡丹皮 Mu Dan Pi

Moutan Cortex

Nature

微寒

Taste

苦、辛

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Meridians

心 · 肝 · 肾

💊 Actions

Cools the blood and moves it simultaneously, and lowers liver fire; for hot bleeding, blood masses, and high blood pressure.

Contraindications

Contraindicated in pregnancy and in cold heavy menstruation.

📖 Usage & Dosage

6-12 grams.

🏠 Mountain Peony Bark

The peony is known as the queen of Chinese flowers; its bark is a blood-cooling herb.