LU JIAO
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Nomenclature
LU JIAO
鹿角
Cornu Cervi
Other Names
Deer Horn''
Properties:
Salty
Kidney / KD Liver / LR
Tonify Blood
Dosage and Toxicity
5 – 10 gm
Functions
Tonifies Kidney / KD Yang
Invigorates the blood circulation and disperses stasis (Low back and joint pain)
Reduces swelling and sores topically
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Preparation and Processing
Cautions and contraindications
Clinical Research and studies
Formulas that include this herb
Sources
Footnotes: Contra indicated for yin deficient heat, phlegm heat in Lung / LU, and excess heat stagnation
Similar to Lu Rong but better to invigorate the blood and reduce swelling, less tonifying and cheaper