Corydalis Ambigua
Pinyin Mandarin Name
Yan Hu Suo
Common English Name
Corydalis
Part of Plant Used
Root
Nature
Warm
Taste
Acrid, bitter
Meridians Entered
Liver, Spleen, Stomach, Lungs
Common Usages
This herb is used both in formulas and singly to relieve pain (TCM: congealed Blood and stagnant Qi); also used for insomnia and lower back pain.
Traditional Usages and Functions
Invigorates Blood and alleviates pain; moves Qi and alleviates pain
Common Formulas Used In
Bupleurum, Inula, and Cyperus; Cory. dalis; Corydalis Tuber; Tang Gui and Indigo.
Processing Required
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Remarks
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Cautions in Use
Do not use during pregnancy.
