Salviae Miltiorrhizae

Pinyin Mandarin Name

Dan Shen

Common English Name

Salvia

Part of Plant Used

Root

Nature

Slightly cold

Taste

Bitter

Meridians Entered

Heart, Pericardium, Liver

Common Usages

This herb is used in formulas to treat symptoms of tumors, acne, boils, skin sores, menstrual irregularity and absence, endometriosis, fibroids, insomnia, irritability, or palpitations (TCM: Blood stasis with heat); also used for its tranquilizing effects, and to treat coronary heart disease in combination with other specific herbs. 医学全在线www.med126.com

Traditional Usages and Functions

Invigorates Blood and breaks up congealed Blood; clears heat and soothes irritability.

Common Formulas Used In

Concha Marguerita and Ligustrum; Ginseng and Zizyphus.

Processing Required

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Remarks

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Cautions in Use

Do not use during pregnancy. Use with caution where there are no symptoms of congealed Blood.