Myrrh Gum ( 没药 ) ...Chinese Herb...
Latin
Plant Name
Myrrha
Pinyin
Mandarin Name
Mo Yao
Common
English Name
Myrrh Gum
Part
of Plant Used
Gum resin
Nature
Neutral
Taste
Bitter
Meridians
Entered
Heart, Liver
Common
Usages
This herb is used in formulas to treat pain associated with trauma or internal
imbalances (TCM: Blood stasis); also used topically to speed regeneration
of tissue.
Traditional
Usages and Functions
Invigorates Blood and dispels congealed Blood, reduces swelling and alleviates
pain; promotes healing.
Common
Formulas Used In
Minor Bupleurum.
Processing
Required
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Remarks
-
Cautions
in Use
Do not use during pregnancy. Do not use where there is excessive menstrual
bleeding. Use cautiously where there is an internal heat imbalance.
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