*purchased organic herb*

Dong Quai (Angelica Sinensis)

Taste: Sweet, Acrid, Bitter

Energetics: Warming, Moistening, Stimulant/Relaxant dependent on applicationand the tissues

Actions: Uterine Tonic, Spasmolydic, Circulatory Tonic, Antioxidant, Inflammation Modulating

Affinities: Reproductive System, Cardiovascular System, Circulatory System, Musculoskeletal System,

Preparations: Decoction, Tincture, Powdered Capsules

Contraindications: first trimester of pregnancy due to its actions on the uterus

Herb-Drug Interaction: may potentiate the effects of anti-platelet/anti-coagulant medications, may potentiate the effects of those on warfarin