red sage / danshen
丹参dān shēn · Salvia miltiorrhiza
Category
invigorate Blood
Nature
cool
Taste
bitter
Meridians
Heart, Liver, Pericardium
Dosage
9–15 g
in broth
Functions
stimulates blood circulation, eliminates stagnation cools the blood, helps abscesses heal soothes the spirit
Indications
Blood stasis: chest pain, menstrual irregularities heart palpitations, insomnia abscesses and lumps
Contraindications
absence of blood stasis ⚠️ Use caution with anticoagulants (enhances their effect) ⚠️ incompatible with Li-Lu
Notes
The primary herb for "blood circulation" in the heart and liver: it relieves stagnation and pain, cools the blood, and has a calming effect; it is widely used in cardiology. Family: Lamiaceae Part used: root Active constituents: tansinones, salvianolic acids
For education only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified practitioner.