Single Herb Glossary
Zǐ Hé Chē 紫河車
| Pharmaceutical name | Hominis Placenta Human placenta, Placenta “purple river cart” |
| Category | Tonify Yang |
| Key Properties | Warms KD yang Tonifies the LU & KD qi Augments the blood & essence |
| Properties | Sweet Salty Warm |
| Tropism | LV, LU, KD |
| Actions & Indications | 1) Tonifies LV & KD and Augments Essence 2) Augments Qi & Nourishes Blood 3) Tonifies LU Qi and Augments the KD Essence (wheeze) |
| Dosages | 2-3g |
| Contraindications (TCM) | Use with caution long term. Do not use as a stand-alone medicinal for heat from Yin Deficiency |
| Contraindications (Western) | |
| Chemical Composition | Composition of Zi He Che is extremely complex; main components include protein, amino acids, enzymes and hormones (human chorionic gonadotropin, prolactin, oxytocin, thyroid-stimulating hormone, and sex hormones) |
| Pharmacological Effects | • Immunostimulant: oral administration at 6.6 g/kg in mice once daily for 7 days associated with increased immunity and elevated IgM count |
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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.