Pinyin: san leng (cu)

ENGLISH NAME: Vinegar Fried sparganium

LATIN NAME: Vinegar Fried Sparganii Rhizoma

Properties: bitter, neutral
Channels Entered: Liver, Spleen

CHINESE THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS
1. Breaks and Dispels Blood Stasis

2. Activates Qi Circulation and Relieves Pain

DOSAGE
3 to 10 grams in herbal decoction. Fryíng San Leng wíth vinegar enhances its effect to invigorate blood circulation, eliminate blood stasis, and relieve pain.

CAUTIONS I CONTRAINDICATIONS
• San Leng is contraindicated during pregnancy or in cases of hypermenorrhea.