Category
Invigorate the Blood
Pin Yin
Latin Name
Olbanum
English Name
Frankincense
Dosage
3-9g
Entering Channels
HT
Flavor
acrid
Temperature
warm
Pregnancy
Pregnancy - Caution
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Chinese Herbal Formulas (Comprehensive List)
Individual Essential Oils
Kampo Name
Kampo Number
Kanji
Katakana
Simplified Chinese
Traditional Chinese
Key Characteristics:
Cautions & Contraindications:
- Contraindicated in the absence of stasis and during pregnancy.
- Use with caution in those with weak stomachs.
- Should not be used long term.
Actions & Indications:
- Invigorates the blood and promotes the movement of Qi: for traumatic pain due to blood stasis, as well as the early stages of carbuncles, sore, swellings, and pain. Also for chest, epigastric, or abdominal pain due to blood stasis.
- Relaxes the sinews, invigorates the channels, and alleviates pain: for wind-damp painful obstruction, rigidity, and spasms.
- Reduces swelling and generates flesh: applied topically as an ointment or powder to reduce swelling, generate flesh, alleviate pain, and promote healing of sores, carbuncles, and traumatic injury. Also for pain, redness, and swelling of the gums, mouth, and throat.
