黨參
- ENG
- Tangshen
- LATIN
- Codonopsis Radix
| Medicinal Group | Qi-tonifying medicinal |
|---|---|
| Source | Dried root of Codonpsis pilosula (Franch.) Nannf., Codonopsis pilosula Nannf. var. modesta (Nannf.) L. T. Shen or Codonopsis tangshen Oliv. (Fam. Campanulaceae) |
| Nature and Flavors | sweet; neutral |
| Meridian Affinity | Spleen, Lung |
| Actions | To tonify qi and invigorate the function of the spleen and the lung |
Family
Campanulaceae
Part used
Root and Rhizome
Indications
Hypofunction of the spleen and the lung manifested by shortness of breath, cough, palpitation, anorexia, loose stools; wasting-thirst caused by internal heat
Research Findings
- Tangshen Mixture could improve the hypercoagulative status, alleviate the renal free radical disturbances, and reduce the urinary protein loss.[1]
Cautions
Incompatible with Rhizoma et Radix Veratri
Report on adverse effect
No Data.
Reference
Reference
- Yu Z, Zhuang Y, Dai X. (1999). Clinical study on tangshen mixture in treating diabetic nephropathy. Zhongguo Zhong Xi Yi Jie He Za Zhi. , 19(9):524-6.
