Chi Shao Yao

Paeoniae Rubrae, Radix

Paeoniae Rubrae, Radix (Red Peony Root) Properties: SOUR, BITTER - COOL
Dosage: 4.5 – 9g.
Meridian: LIVER, SPLEEN

-invigorate blood, dispel stasis – dysmenorrhoea, amenorrhea, abdominal pain and masses, traumatic pain associated with swelling and pain
-clears heat, cool blood – blotchy skin, bleeding, irregular mense

Reference
Benskey and Gamble 1986, Chinese Herbal Medicine Materia Medica, Seattle Washington, Eastland Press