Chuanxiong, Radix Ligustici Chuanxiong

Chuanxiong, Radix Ligustici Chuanxiong Chuanxiong Rhizoma or Szechwan Lovage Rhizome is the dried rhizome of Ligusticum chuanxiong Hort. family Apiaceae (Umbelliferae).

Chuanxiong Rhizoma has anti-platelet aggregation, anti-thrombosis, and anti-myocardial ischemia activities. It can increase coronary blood flow, vasodilate and improve microcirculation, restore brain from cerebral ischemia and brain damage, protect lung from injury. etc. Pungent in flavor, warm in nature. Enter heart, pericardium, and liver channels. Invigorate the blood pressure and promote flow of qi, expel wind to relieve pain.