Single Herb Glossary
Xī Yáng Shēn 西洋參
| Pharmaceutical name | Panacis quinquefolii Radix American ginseng root "western seas root" |
| Category | Tonify Yin |
| Key Properties | Tonifies both Qi & Yin Cools Fire from Yin Deficiency |
| Properties | Sweet Sl. Bitter Cold |
| Tropism | HT, KD, LU |
| Actions & Indications | 1) Benefits Qi, Generates Fluids, & Nourishes Yin 2) Nurtures LU Yin & Clears Fire from LU |
| Dosages | 3-6g; usually cooked separately in double boiler |
| Contraindications (TCM) | CI: Cold-dampness obstructing the middle, or fire from constraint; incompatible with Li Lu |
| Contraindications (Western) | |
| Chemical Composition | Quinquenoside R1, ginsenoside Rb1, Rb 2, Rb3, Rc, Rd, Re, Rf2, Rg1, R0; Rh1, Rg3; pseudo-ginsenoside F11, quinquefolans A, B, C; essential oils, rutin |
| Pharmacological Effects | • CNS suppressant: has sedative effect on CNS; in mice, intraperitoneal injection leads to decreased spontaneous physical activities and increased sleeping time induced by phenobarbitals • General: administration associated with marked antifatigue and antidiuretic effects, and increased resistance to hypoxia |
| Herb-Drug Interactions | |
| Classical Formula(s) |
Qing Shu Yi Qi Tang (Clear Summerheat and Augment the Qi Decoction) 清暑益氣湯 |
This information is a reference tool for Chinese herbal studies. It is not intended to replace professional medical advice. Please consult a primary health professional if you require health advisory.