Class: Tonify
Subclass: Tonify the Yang
Name:
Pinyin: Du Zhong
Pharmaceutical: Cortex Eucommiae Ulmoidis
Other names: Sheng Du Zhong
Description: Eucommia Bark.
Properties:
Nature: Warm.
Taste: Sweet.
Organ: Liver, Kidneys.
Toxicity: Non toxic.
Actions:
Tonifies Liver and Kidneys.
Strengthens the sinews and bones.
Comparisons:
Gou Ji is more effective to relieve lumbar pain due to stagnant Cold and Dampness.
Warning:
Contraindications: Yin Deficiency with Heat.