Author: Li Lu, Chief Pharmacist, Wuhan Central Hospital
Editor: Xiang Xuefang, Chief Pharmacist, Qishi Hospital, Dongguan
Vascular blockage is mostly caused by stasis blood (yuxue). Therefore, it is necessary to invigorate blood circulation and resolve stasis, and a herb known as the “good medicine for blood” comes to mind—Dan Shen (Salvia miltiorrhiza). Dan Shen is recognized in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as a herb that invigorates blood and resolves stasis. According to the Ben Cao Jing Shu, it is recorded: “Dan Shen is bitter and can drain, warm and can disperse, long-term use benefits energy, specifically enters the blood aspect, its function is to invigorate blood and promote blood flow.”
【Shape Characteristics】
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Dan Shen, also known as Hong Shen (Red Ginseng), is a commonly used Chinese herbal medicine. It belongs to the root of the plant in the Lamiaceae family and is one of the important members of traditional Chinese medicinal materials. Dan Shen has a long history in TCM and is widely used in the field of Chinese medicine. It is known for its bright red root and unique medicinal properties.
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【Taste and Properties】
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Bitter, cold in nature, enters the heart, lung, and meridians.
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【Functions and Indications】
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Invigorate Blood and Resolve Stasis
Dan Shen has the effect of invigorating blood and resolving stasis, and can be used to treat various diseases caused by poor blood circulation and stasis blood.
Clear Heat and Detoxify
Dan Shen has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, and can be used to treat diseases caused by heat toxins, such as colds and sore throat.
Calm the Spirit and Settle the Mind
Dan Shen has the effect of calming the spirit and settling the mind, and can be used to treat insomnia, anxiety, and excessive dreaming.
Relieve Pain
Dan Shen can relieve various pains, including headaches, abdominal pain, and joint pain.
Promote Circulation
Dan Shen can promote blood circulation, improve microcirculation issues, and reduce the occurrence of cardiovascular diseases.
【Compatibility Applications】
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Dan Shen + Tao Ren
The combination of these two can invigorate blood and resolve stasis, and relax the muscles and meridians, suitable for treating pain caused by stasis blood, muscle soreness, and other symptoms.
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Dan Shen + San Qi
The combination of these two can enhance the effect of invigorating blood and resolving stasis, commonly used to treat cardiovascular diseases and stasis-related pain.
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Dan Shen + Chuan Xiong
The combination of these two can synergistically invigorate blood and dispel stasis, relax the muscles and meridians, commonly used to treat dysmenorrhea and rheumatic arthritis.
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Dan Shen + Huang Lian
The combination of these two can clear heat and detoxify, suitable for treating oral ulcers and sore throat.
【Usage Contraindications】
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Individuals with gastrointestinal bleeding or coagulation disorders.
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Pregnant women and women during menstruation should avoid consumption.
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Should not be taken with anticoagulants such as aspirin or warfarin to avoid increasing bleeding risk and worsening bleeding symptoms.
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Should not be used simultaneously with Li Lu (Rhubarb).
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Individuals allergic to Dan Shen should avoid taking it.
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Review Expert: Lai Yongji, Deputy Chief Pharmacist, Wuhan Central Hospital
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