Tan Xiang (Sandalwood (Heartwood))

Herb 14 of 19 in Herbs that Regulate the Qi

Channels:

LU, SP, ST

Properties:

Spicy, Warm, Aromatic

Latin:

Lignum Santali Albi

Chinese:

檀香

Tone Marks:

tán xiāng

Chinese Herb Actions

• Moves Qi and Harmonize Stomach
  Used for abdominal pain, epigastric pain, vomiting of clear fluids, poor appetite, hiccups, nausea in the chest and throat region, and belching.
• Disperses Cold and Relieves Pain
  Relieves constricting chest pain, angina, dyspnea, and feelings of chest oppression. Also treats cold and pain in the abdomen and epigastric region

Chinese Herb Contraindications & Cautions

• Do not use on patients with Fire or Yin Deficiency Heat
• Do not use during vomiting due to heat
• Use with caution during pregnancy due to possible abortifacient effect

Herb-Drug Interactions

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Chinese Herb Toxicity & Overdose

• None Noted
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Chinese Herb Dosage

• 1-3 grams in decoction (Chen)
• 2-5 grams in decoction (Bensky)

This Herb Appears in the Following Formulas:

• Dan Shen Yin (Salvia Decoction)
  Category: Formulas that Invigorate the Blood and Dispel Blood Stasis
• Hui Chun Dan (Return of Spring Special Pill)
  Category: Formulas that Clear Heat and Open the Orifices
• Su He Xiang Wan (Liquid Styrax Pill)
  Category: Formulas that Warm and Open the Orifices

This herb is considered endangered, toxic, or is illegal in the United States