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Chuanxiong Rhizome 川芎

Ligusticum chuanxiong

Chuanxiong Rhizome is classified as warm in nature and pungent in flavour, entering the Liver, Gallbladder, Pericardium meridians. In traditional practice it is described as a herb that invigorates blood, and it is most often considered when the presentation includes headache.

Actions

  • · invigorates blood
  • · moves qi
  • · expels wind

Cautions

Avoid in pregnancy or with bleeding disorders.

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