Single Herb Glossary
Guī Bǎn 龜板
| Pharmaceutical name | Testudinis Plastrum fresh-water turtle plastron, testudinis, tortise plastron (ventral aspect) "tortoise shell" |
| Category | Tonify Yin |
| Key Properties | Strongly Tonifies LV & KD Yin Subdues the yang Strengthens the bones Unblocks the Conception vessel |
| Properties | Salty Sweet Cold |
| Tropism | HT, KD, LV |
| Actions & Indications | 1) Nourishes (LV/KD) Yin & Anchors Yang (Yin Deficiency with LV Yang rising, spasm, tremor, steaming bone) 2) Benefits KD & Strengthens Bones 3) Nourishes Blood, Enriches Yin, Stabilizes Ren & Chong 4) Cools Blood & Stops Uterine Bleeding 5) Nourishes Blood & Tonifies the Heart 6) Used for Nonhealing Sores & Ulcerations |
| Dosages | 15-45g Cook first 30-60min |
| Contraindications (TCM) | CI: Pregnancy or in those with cold-dampness of the Stomach. |
| Contraindications (Western) | |
| Chemical Composition | Collagen, protein, lipids, amino acids, calcium, phosphorus |
| Pharmacological Effects | • Hepatic: beneficial for treating sarcoma and liver cirrhosis with ascites |
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This information is a reference tool for Chinese herbal studies. It is not intended to replace professional medical advice. Please consult a primary health professional if you require health advisory.