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Formulas Patterns Acu Points Herbs Symptoms Therapeutic Functions Show state board only?

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Chief

shú dì huáng 9-21g T LV + KD, nourish the yin of the blood

Deputy

Shao Yao 9-15g T blood, preserve the yin; sour + astringent to settle muscle spasms

Assistant

dāng guī 9-12g T blood, invigorate blood, regulates dynamic between LV + KD

Envoy

chuān xiōng 3-6g Invigorate blood, promote movement of qi above - directs blood to head (dizziness, ha) below – moves sea of blood

Treats:

Generalized Blood deficiency and stagnation Bensky, pp. 334
- Dizziness, Lusterless complexion, Muscle tension, Pain, Irregular menses, Blurred vision, Lusterless nails