(Test) Oriental herb: Mu Gua
Mu Gua |
Herbs that Dispel Wind-Dampness
Channels: LIV, SP
Properties: Sour, Slightly Warm
Common: Chinese Quince Fruit
Latin: Fructus Chaenomelis Lagenariae
Functions:
- To promote blood circulation in the channels and collaterals;
- To relax muscles and tendons; à the most important herb for the contraction and spasm of the sinew
- To transform dampness and harmonize the stomach
Indications & Combinations:
- Convulsions and spasms. Mugua is used with Ruxiang and Moyao in the formula Mugua Jian.
- Painful and swollen legs with irritability. Mugua is used with Wuzhuyu and Binglang in the formula Jiming San.
- Wind-damp obstruction syndrome manifested as rheumatic pain, numbness of limbs and joint pain. Mugua is used with Fangji, Weilingxian and Danggui.
Dosage:
- 6-12 g
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