Single Herb Glossary
Chén Xiāng 沉香
| Pharmaceutical name | Aquilariae Lignum Resinatum aquilaria Wood, aloeswood "sinking fragrance" |
| Category | Regulate Qi |
| Key Properties | Warms the SP & KD Directs rebellious Qi downward Assists KD in grasping Qi |
| Properties | Acrid, Bitter Warm Aromatic |
| Tropism | KD, SP, ST |
| Actions & Indications | 1) Promotes Movement of Qi and Alleviates Pain 2) Directs Qi Downward & Regulates Middle 3) Aides KD in Grasping (LU) Qi |
| Dosages | 1-1.5g: if in decoctions, add near end |
| Contraindications (TCM) | Caution with organ prolapse from Sunken Qi or Fire from Yin Def |
| Contraindications (Western) | |
| Chemical Composition | Baimuxinic acid, baimuxinal, agarospirol, baimuxinol, dehydrobaimuxinol, isobaimuxinol, benzylacetone, methoxybenzylacetone, anisic acid, β-agarofuran, sinenofuranal, sinenofuranol, dihydrokaranone |
| Pharmacological Effects | • Smooth muscle relaxant: administration via intraperitoneal injection relaxes smooth muscle of intestines and decreases intestinal peristalsis |
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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.