An Xi Xiang

Name

An Xi Xiang (Benzoin)

1. Benzoin
2. 安息香
3. Benzonum

The Effect of An Xi Xiang

Property

Pungent, bitter and warm; heart, liver and spleen meridians entered.

Actions

Induce resuscitation and refresh mind, move qi and activate blood.

Indications

Block syndrome of coma, pain in the heart and abdomen.

Dosage and Administrations

Take in pills or powder, 0.3~1 g once.

Cations

Prohibited to yin deficiency with effulgent fire.