Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
For gynecological disorders such as irregular menses, amenorrhea, and post-partum abdominal pain. It is also for chest, epigastric, and abdominal pain as well as traumatic injury. It disperses masses and accumulations.
Clears Heat and Soothes Irritability
For restlessness, irritability, palpitations, and insomnia due to heat in the nutritive (Ying) level. Can also be used for Heart and Kidney Yin Deficiency patterns.
Cools Blood and Reduces Abscesses
Has a potent action to reduce swelling in toxic sores and breast abscesses. It cools the blood to treat symptoms of febrile disorders or the presence of heat in the ying or xue levels with symptoms of delirium, high fever, unconsciousness, irritability, insomnia, purpura or subcutaneous bleeding.
Nourishes the Blood and Calms the Spirit
Treats palpitations and insomnia due to heat in the ying and xue levels, heat in the heart and heart blood deficiency.
Contraindications and Cautions
Do not use during pregnancy.
Do not use in cases with hypermenorrhea, hemoptysis or hematuria.
Do not use for Yin Xu patients.
Do not use when a pathogen is in the Qi level
Do not use during post-partum bleeding
Do not use for early menses or obstructed menses due to lack of blood
Do not use for restless fetus due to lack of blood unable to nourish.
Herb-Drug Interactions
Dan Shen may interfere with Anti-Coagulating drugs.
Decreases warfarin clearance and increases its bioavailability.
Toxicity and Overdose
Allergic reactions affecting the skin and respiratory system have been reported. Possible side effects include: dry mouth, dizziness, general weakness, numb and swollen feeling in the hands, shortness of breath, anxiety, tachycardia, nausea, vomiting, and gastrointestinal symptoms. These symptoms gradually disappear, usually without terminating treatment.
Only use Chinese herbs or formulas under the direct care and supervision of a licensed Acupuncturist/Herbalist.
Some of the substances included on this website are no longer used, and are included for historical reference only.
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