Wu Hu San
Wu Hu San 五虎散
Five Tiger Powder
Tradition:
TCM
Source / Author:
| Herb Name | Latin | Amount * |
|---|---|---|
| Dang Gui(Chinese angelica) | Angelica sinensis | 350 grams ea. |
| Hong Hua(Safflower) | Carthamus tinctorius | 240 grams |
| Fang Feng (Saposhnikovia) | Saposhnikovia divaricata | |
| Dan Nan Xing(Arisaema) | Arisaema spp., bile prepared | |
| Bai Zhi(Angelica dahurica) | Angelica dahurica |
Preparation:
Powder or Pills.
Arisaema Tian Nan Xing is prepared with Bile which is called Dan Nan Xing.
Function:
Clears Blood Stasis, reduces Swelling and Pain
Use:
1. Acute Trauma
2. Bruising
3. Swelling
4. Bleeding
5. Sprains
Dose:
6 grams twice daily with warm rice wine or warm water. Externally, it can be mixed with Vinegar or Alcohol into a paste and applied topically.
Cautions:
Not used during Pregnancy
Modifications:
Do not confuse with another Chinese formula called Wu Hu Tang.
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