DAN SHEN
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Nomenclature
DAN SHEN
丹參
Radix Salviae Miltitorrhizae
Other Names
Properties:
Bitter
Heart / HT Pericardium / PC Liver / LR
Dosage and Toxicity
5 - 10 gm
max - 30 gm
Functions
Activates the blood circulation and dispels stasis (gynecology, chest, epigastric, and abdominal pain, palpable masses, trauma and bi pain)
Cools the blood and reduces swelling of sores and abscesses
Nourishes the blood, and calms the Shen (Heart / HT heat or Heart / HT Blood deficiency)
Tian Wan Bu Xin Dan, Qing Ying Tang
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Preparation and Processing
Cautions and contraindications
Clinical Research and studies
Formulas that include this herb
Sources
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