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Traditional Usage
Used for blood stasis patterns with pain, irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, amenorrhea, chest and abdominal pain, traumatic injuries, and wind-damp painful obstruction. Also used for jaundice and heat from deficiency.
Functions
Invigorates blood circulation, promotes the movement of qi, unblocks channels and alleviates pain. Clears heat from deficiency.
Indications
- Blood stasis with pain
- Irregular menstruation
- Dysmenorrhea
- Traumatic injuries
- Wind-damp arthritis
- Jaundice
- Chest and abdominal pain
Modern Research
Extensively researched for anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, hepatoprotective, and anticancer properties. Curcumin has demonstrated COX-2 inhibition and NF-κB modulation, supporting traditional uses for pain and inflammation.
Contraindications
Contraindicated in pregnancy (promotes blood circulation), and in cases of bleeding without stasis.
Incompatibilities
None specifically noted
Dosage
3-10g decocted. Best taken with meals to enhance absorption.
Classical Reference
主心腹結積，疰忤，下氣，破血，除風熱，消癰腫。
治癥瘕血塊，癰腫，通月經，治跌扑瘀血，消腫毒。
Comparison Notes
Compared to Yu Jin (鬱金): Jiang Huang is more warming and better for blood stasis with cold patterns. Yu Jin is cooling and better for blood stasis with heat.