What is glycyrrhizae Radix?
Glycyrrhiza Radix is a commonly used Chinese herbal medicine, derived from the dried roots and rhizomes of Glycyrrhiza uralensis, G. glabra and G. inflata. The main bioactive constituents of licorice are triterpene saponins and flavonoids.
What is Radix Panax Ginseng?
Panax ginseng, also known as Korean ginseng, is an herb that has been used for various health purposes. Panax ginseng is taken by mouth for memory and thinking skills, Alzheimer disease, depression, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support many of these uses.
Which is the most common side effect of ginseng?
Trouble sleeping is the most common side effect. Less common effects include headache, agitation, upset stomach, menstrual problems (e.g., unusual vaginal bleeding), breast pain, and dizziness. An increase or decrease in blood pressure may also occur.
What does ginseng do to the brain?
Ginseng is effective in memory improvement, and in the direct prevention of degenerative brain diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease. The neuroprotective effect of ginseng may be useful in the prevention of depression. Indirectly, enhanced memory can ameliorate anxiety.
What are the benefits of taking Panax ginseng?
Both American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius, L.) and Asian ginseng (P. Ginseng) may boost energy, lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels, reduce stress, promote relaxation, treat diabetes, and manage sexual dysfunction in men.
Can you use Glycyrrhizae and Wu tou together?
As Gan Cao ( Glycyrrhizae radix) and Wu Tou ( Aconiti radix )* are very commonly used, the first two groups of the herbs should be learnt by heart. There are also nine pairs of herbs that are traditionally forbidden to be used together.
How long does it take to make Glycyrrhizae from Poria?
Poria (6 g), Rhizoma Chuanxiong (6 g), Rhizoma Anemarrhenae (6 g), and Radix Glycyrrhizae (3 g) were added and kept boiling for 10 min. The extracted solution was filtered through six layer gauzes, made to a concentration of 1 g crude drug per milliliter, and finally the decoction was transformed into the freeze-dried powder.
How does Radix Bupleuri and Chai Hu work?
When combined with Radix Bupleuri (chai hu), its ability to facilitate the flow of qi is greatly strengthened. The third deputy, Radix et Rhizoma Rhei (da huang), drains heat excess from the Gallbladder and Stomach through the Intestines, transforms blood stasis, and facilitates the flow of bile.