乌药
Lindera Root
乌药wū yào · Lindera aggregata (root)
Category
regulate Qi
Nature
warm
Taste
pungent
Meridians
Lung, Spleen, Kidney, Bladder
Dosage
3–9 g
Functions
moves the Qi and warms the middle and lower body to relieve pain warms the Kidney and Bladder
Indications
cold and Qi stagnation: distension and pain of the chest, epigastrium and lower abdomen; hernial pain, painful menstruation frequent urination or enuresis from Kidney/Bladder Cold
Contraindications
⚠️ warm and drying — use with caution in Qi and Yin deficiency with Heat
For education only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified practitioner.