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Atractylodes Rhizome
LATIN
Atractylodis Rhizoma
Medicinal Group Dampness-resolving medicinal
Source

Dried rhizome of Atractylodes lancea (Thunb.) DC. or Atractylodes cinensis (DC.) Koidz. (Fam. Compositae)

Nature and Flavors pungent, bitter; warm
Meridian Affinity Liver, Spleen, Stomach
Actions

To remove dampness and invigorate the function of the spleen, dispel wind-cold, and improve eyesight

Family

Compositae

Part used

Root and Rhizome

Indications

Epigastric distension and diarrhea; edema, particularly edema of the legs due to wind-cold; rheumatic arthralgia; common cold; night blindness

Research Findings

  • The active constituents of Atractylodes lancea include anticancer, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antipyretic activities, as well as activities on central nervous, cardiovascular, and gastrointestinal systems. [1]

Cautions

No Data.

Reference

Reference

  1. Koonrungsesomboon N, Na-Bangchang K, Karbwang J. ( 2014). Therapeutic potential and pharmacological activities of Atractylodes lancea (Thunb.) DC. Asian Pac J Trop Med. , 7(6):421-8. doi: 10.1016/S1995-7645(14)60069-9.

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