Synonyms: Chuan Chiung, Chuan Xiong, Cnidii Rhizoma, Cnidium, Jih Chiung, Ligustici Rhizoma, Ligusticum Rhizome
Family: Umbelliferae
Genus species: Cnidium japonica, Cnidium officinale, Ligusticum wallichii, Ligusticum chuaxiong, Ligusticum striatum, Laserpitium striatum
Type: Herb
Part Used: Rhizome
Location: China, Japan, Korea
Actions: Anodyne, antibacterial, antifungal, antihypertensive, antispasmodic, circulatory stimulant, sedative, vasodilator
Indications: Abdominal pain, amenorrhea, arthralgia, headache, hypertension, intestinal colic, irregular menstruation, menstrual disorders, stomachache, uterine cramps
Chemicals & Nutrients: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, Sodium
Preparation & Dosages:
Decoction: 3-5 g, in 2-3 doses
Drug Interactions: Due to the antihypertensive (hypotensive) action of this herb the following interactions are possible: when taken with anesthetics an increased hypotensive effect; potentiation of antihypertensives; when taken with diuretics difficulty with diuresis and hypertension may result; antagonism of sympathomimetics.