Latin Name: Radix Drynariae

Properties: bitter, warm

Actions: promotes mending of bones and sinews, inhibits injuries, helps regain strength during convalescence, stimulates hair growth

Medical Indications: injuries of bones and sinews, bone fractures, sprains, weak and painful loin and knees, diarrhea, impaired hearing, tinnitus, toothache, bleeding gums caused by kidney deficiency, alopecia

Contraindications: not to be used during pregnancy

Caution: to be used with caution in cases of Yin deficiency or blood stasis

Dosage: 15 to 25 grams

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