Panax Notoginseng - Benefits & Uses

Panax Notoginseng

Also Known As: Tian Qi, San Qi, Pseudo-ginseng.

Nature & Flavor: Sweet, slightly bitter, warm.

Targets: Liver, stomach.

Medicinal Part: The dried root and rhizome of Panax notoginseng.

Usage & Dosage of Panax Notoginseng

How to Use: Typically, 3-9 grams. Ground into powder, take 1-3 grams orally. Apply externally as needed.

Preparation:

Raw Notoginseng: Remove impurities, crush when needed.
Notoginseng Powder: Clean, dry, and grind finely.
Processed Notoginseng: Crush, separate into sizes, fry in edible oil until brown, drain, and grind into fine powder.
Notoginseng Slices: Clean, steam thoroughly, slice promptly, and dry.

Benefits & Primary Uses of Panax Notoginseng

Benefits: Disperse coagulated blood, stop bleeding, reduce swelling and alleviate pain.

Primary Uses: Treats coughing blood, vomiting blood, nosebleeds, bloody stool, excessive menstrual bleeding, traumatic bleeding, chest and abdominal stabbing pain, bruising and swelling from falls.

Precautions for Panax Notoginseng

Use cautiously during pregnancy.

Combinations with Panax Notoginseng

1. For nosebleeds: Chew 2 grams and swallow with rice soup or use 0.5 grams in Eight-Core Soup.
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2. For infant febrile illness: Use 500 grams of red-hot iron plow, mix in water, submerge Notoginseng three times, boil halfway, add seven willow leaves, bathe the child.
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Contextual References for Panax Notoginseng

1. Compendium of Materia Medica: Stops bleeding, disperses blood, relieves pain, useful for knife wounds, bruises, ulcers.
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2. Materia Medica Truth: Primarily targets liver and stomach, secondarily affects heart and large intestine, known as Mountain Paint.
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3. New Compilation of Materia Medica: Disperses blood, relieves pain, treats bleeding, dysentery, swollen eyes.

4. Nature's Hidden Compendium (1765): Ginseng is the top choice for boosting energy, Notoginseng is paramount for blood, equally valuable in function.

Safety Note: While Panax Notoginseng is highly regarded for its medicinal properties, consult a healthcare provider before use to ensure it suits your individual health needs.

Interactive Self-Test

If you experience frequent nosebleeds, then immediately ensure your environment is humidified appropriately and consider dietary changes to improve overall health.