Chen Xiang

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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

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