Chuanxiong Rhizome, Szechuan Lovage Root … Classic Formulas
Chuan Xiong · Rhizoma Chuanxiong
Primary Actions
- Invigorates Blood and dispels stasis
- Promotes Qi movement and alleviates pain
- Dispels Wind and relieves headache
Classic Formulas
- Chuan Xiong Cha Tiao San … dispels Wind and relieves Wind-type headache
- Si Wu Tang … foundational Blood-nourishing formula for Blood deficiency
- Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang … invigorates Blood and dispels stasis in the chest
- Sheng Hua Tang … addresses postpartum Blood stagnation and lochia retention
Classical Text References
- Li Dongyuan: 'Headaches should not go without Chuan Xiong,' reflecting its premier role in headache treatment across pattern types