bubble_chart Preparation and Dosage Salvia (Radix Salviae Miltiorrhizae)
bubble_chart Efficacy
Invigorating blood and resolving stasis, moving qi to relieve pain.
bubble_chart Indications
Blood stasis type heart colicky pain syndrome. Chest stuffy pain or severe pain in the heart area, palpitation, severe palpitation, dark purple tongue texture, and choppy or wiry-tight pulse.
bubble_chart Formula Principles
The formula is primarily composed of Sichuan Lovage Rhizome, which invigorates blood and resolves stasis, and moves qi to relieve pain. It is supplemented by Salvia, which activates blood circulation and nourishes the heart, and Carthamus, Red Peony Root, which invigorates blood and resolves stasis. Rosewood, which regulates qi and relieves pain, is used as an adjuvant. The combination of these herbs enhances the effect of invigorating blood and resolving stasis, moving qi to relieve pain, and promoting blood circulation and qi regulation. This strengthens the power to remove stasis, ensuring smooth blood flow and naturally stopping pain and palpitations.
bubble_chart Pattern Identification
Coronary heart disease caused by blood stasis.
bubble_chart Formula Modification
- 兼 phlegm-dampness 內阻:可合Gallbladder-Warming Decoction。
- 兼 deficiency of both qi and yin:可Pulse-Reinforcing Powder。
- 附心肌梗塞調理方:Ginseng、Curcuma Root、Salvia、tangerine pith、Aconite Lateral Root、sanchi、Submature Bitter Orange。
bubble_chart Cautions and Contraindications
Colicky pain in the heart, which is due to insufficient chest yang and internal obstruction of phlegm-dampness, should not be used alone.
bubble_chart Modern Application Coronary heart disease, colicky heart pain, myocardial infarction, belonging to blood stasis.