What are the functions of Dangshen?

Codonopsis pilosula: it is flat in nature and sweet in taste. Contains saponin, vitamin B 1 and B2, volatile oil and alkaloid. Can enhance physical vitality and stimulate the nervous system. It can regulate hematopoietic function and increase red blood cells, white blood cells and hemoglobin; It can increase leukopenia caused by radiotherapy and chemotherapy. It can enhance the phagocytosis of mononuclear phagocyte system and improve the body resistance.

Efficacy: Tonifying the middle energizer, invigorating qi, promoting fluid production and nourishing blood. Can be use for treating loose stool due to deficiency of qi and asthenia, palpitation and shortness of breath, and anorexia; Thirst caused by qi injury and body fluid injury; Deficiency of both qi and blood, sallow complexion, weakness and dizziness caused by malnutrition after illness. Usage: 10 ~ 30g decoction. Or dried in the sun, ground and swallowed, each time 1 ~ 2g. This product should not be used with veratrum nigrum.