Wind-Damp-Dispelling, tendons-Soothing and Collaterals-Activating Herbs
Sang Shu Gen (Morus Alba Root)
Name
Sang Shu Gen (Morus Alba Root)
The Effect of 桑树根
Property
Sweet, cold; liver meridian entered.
Actions
Dispel wind and alleviate pain, reduce the blood pressure.
Indications
Hypertension, frightened epilepsy, mycotic stomatitis, bloodshot eyes, Sore muscles.
Dosage and Administrations
Decoct 15~30 g. Proper dosage is for external application. Decocted for washing.
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Sources and further reading
We cite classical materia medica and modern reference works. This article is health education, not medical advice.
- Shennong Bencao Jing (The Divine Farmer's Materia Medica), Han dynasty.
- Bencao Gangmu (Compendium of Materia Medica), Li Shizhen, 1578.
- Chinese Pharmacopoeia, current edition — identity, quality and safety monographs.
- NCCIH and WHO reference material on traditional medicine safety.
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