乳香
Frankincense
乳香rǔ xiāng · Boswellia carterii (resin)
Category
invigorate Blood, relieve pain
Nature
warm
Taste
pungent, bitter
Meridians
Heart, Liver, Spleen
Dosage
3–9 g
Functions
invigorates the Blood and moves the Qi to relieve pain relaxes the sinews and promotes healing of sores and wounds
Indications
Blood stasis pain: chest, abdomen, painful menstruation, trauma rigidity or spasm of the sinews and joints non-healing sores and swellings (often with mò yào)
Contraindications
⚠️ contraindicated during pregnancy; harsh on the Stomach — use with care in weak digestion
For education only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified practitioner.