Pinyin: ji xue teng

ENGLISH NAME: Spatholobus

LATIN NAME: Spatholobi Caulis

Properties: bitter, slightly sweet, warm
Channels Entered: Liver

CHINESE THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS
1. Activates Blood Circulation, Tonifies Blood

2. Relaxes the Tendons, Opens the Channels and Collaterals

DOSAGE
10 to 15 grams. The maximum dose of Ji Xue Teng is 30 grams.

CAUTIONS I CONTRAINDICA TIONS
• Use Ji Xue Teng with caution in cases of hypermenorrhea. Ji Xue Teng is contraindicated during pregnancy because of its stimulating effect on the uterus.