續斷
- ENG
- Himalayan Teasel Root
- LATIN
- Dipsaci Radix
| Medicinal Group | Yang-tonifying medicinal |
|---|---|
| Source | Dried root of Dispsacus asperoides C.Y. Cheng et T. M. Ai (Fam. Dispsacaceae) |
| Nature and Flavors | pungent, bitter; slightly warm |
| Meridian Affinity | Liver, Kidney |
| Actions | To tonify the liver and kidney, strengthen tendons and bones, heal bone fractures, and arrest flooding and spotting |
Family
Dispsacaceae
Part used
Root and Rhizome
Indications
Aching and weakness of the loins and knees; rheumatic arthralgia, abnormal uterine bleeding or menorrhalgia, uterine bleeding during pregnancy; traumatic injuries
Research Findings
- Jiangtang Bushen Recipe (composed of Radix Dipsaci) , which could tonify Pi and Shen, nourish Yin and clear away heat, can improve insulin resistance and alleviate clinical symptoms of type 2 diabetes mellitus patients. [1]
Cautions
No Data.
Report on adverse effect
No Data.
Reference
Reference
- Fan GJ, Tang XY, Li SL. (2006). Effects of Jiangtang Bushen Recipe on serum C-reactive protein, tumor necrosis factor-alpha and interleukin-6 in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Zhongguo Zhong Xi Yi Jie He Za Zhi. , 26(4):329-31.
