Gao Ben (Chinese Lovage Root, Ligusticum Root)

Filed under Chinese Herbs

Latin Name: Rhizoma Ligustici

Properties: acrid, warm

Actions: expels wind cold, stops headache, stops pain in low back, in cheeks and teeth

Medical Indications: influenza, rheumatoid arthritis, headaches

Contraindications: not to be used during pregnancy, not be used in cases with blood or Yin deficiency

Dosage: 4 to 12 grams

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