(F806)Panax notoginseng, Sanchi -1LB

Scientific Name: Panax Notoginseng(Burk.) F.H. Chen

Phamaceutical Name: Radix Notoginseng

Part Used: Root

Dosage: 8g

Meridians: liver and stomach

Actions: to arrest bleeding of various kinds, promote blood circulation, heal swelling and relieve pain

Indications: bleeding of various kinds

Notes: experiments have shown that Panax notoginseng can produce four major effects: it can

1.  expand coronary arteries,

2. prevent angina pectoris

3. increase and protect blood platelets and

4. be an effective coagulant and arrest bleeding (as a hemostatic)

Sanqi can relieve pain and reduce swelling and is often used to treat injuries. For best results, it should be applied in powder form.