Tu Niu Xi (Achyranthis Root)

Posted by Kevin | Chinese Herbs | Monday 3 March 2008 2:58 am

Latin Name: Radix Achyranthis

Properties: bitter, sour, neutral

Actions: reduces toxins, clears heat toxins on skin, drains fire, invigorates blood

Medical Indications: pneumonia, diphteria, painful and swollen throat, abscesses, sores, snake bites, dysmenorrhea, amenorrhea

Contraindications: not to be used during pregnancy

Dosage: 9 to 30 grams

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