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Cnidii Rhizoma
Material
Rhizome
Nature
Warm
Flavor
Pungent
Origin
Rhizome of Cnidium officinale Makino (Apiaceae), typically processed by briefly immersing it in hot water.
Key Constituents
Phthalides, including ligustilide, cnidilide, neocnidilide, butylphthalide, and butylidenephthalide.
Traditional Functions
Invigorates blood, promotes the movement of qi, dispels wind, and alleviates pain.
Traditional Uses
Traditionally used for menstrual disorders, menstrual pain, headache, and pain associated with blood stasis.
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