Chen Xiang

Other names : Lignum Aquilariae Resinatum, 沉香, Aquilaria Wood, Aloeswood, Eaglewood

Special Precautions of Chen Xiang

• Contraindicated for those with pathogenic Excess in the Heart channel.
• Use with caution for those with prolapse due to Central Qi Sinking.
• Use with caution for those with Yin Deficiency with Heat signs.
• Do not add to treat the Lower Jiao unless there is Deficiency of Ming Men Fire.

Benefits and uses of Chen Xiang are

• Promotes the movement of Qi, alleviates pain - distention and pain in abdominal region due to cold from deficiency or blood stasis.
• Directs rebellious Qi downward - excess/deficiency wheezing, vomiting, belching, hiccups due to cold from deficiency of the middle jiao.
• Helps the kidneys grasp Qi - asthma and wheezing.
• Promotes movement of Qi and alleviates pain
  • Qi Stagnation, with distention, pain or a feeling of pressure in the epigastric or abdominal region
  • Especially useful for Deficiency Cold or Blood Stagnation
• Descends Qi, regulates the Middle, dispels Cold, warms the Spleen and Stomach and stops vomiting
  • Rebellious Qi wheezing from either Excess or Deficiency
  • Vomiting, belching or hiccup due to Spleen and Stomach Deficiency Cold
• Warms the Kidneys and aids the Kidneys in grasping Qi
  • Asthma and wheezing due to Kidneys Unable to Grasp Qi