沙苑子
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- Flatstem Milkvetch Seed
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- Astragali Complanati Semen
| Medicinal Group | Yang-tonifying medicinal |
|---|---|
| Source | Dried ripe seed of Astragalus complanatus R.Br. (Fam. Leguminosae) |
| Nature and Flavors | sweet; warm |
| Meridian Affinity | Liver, Kidney |
| Actions | To warm tonification of the kidney and liver, secure essence and reduce urination, and improve eyesight |
Family
Leguminosae
Part used
Seed
Indications
Back pain, nocturnal emission and premature ejaculation in deficiency syndromes of the kidney; turbid discharge with urination, excessive leukorrhea; dribbling of urine after urination; dizziness and blurred vision
Research Findings
- Semen Astragali Complanati is a valuable TCM herb with multiple pharmacological effects for treating some chronic diseases such as cardiovascular diseases, diabetes mellitus and cancers.[1]
Cautions
No Data.
Report on adverse effect
No Data.
Reference
Reference
- Ng YF, Tang PC, Sham TT, Lam WS, Mok DK, Chan SW. (2014). Semen Astragali Complanati: an ethnopharmacological, phytochemical and pharmacological review. J Ethnopharmacol. , 8;155(1):39-53. doi: 10.1016/j.jep.2014.06.013. Epub 2014 Jun 13.
