Red Ginseng
Radix et Rhizoma Ginseng Rubra, Ginseng Radix et Rhizoma Rubra
Hong Shen

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Sweet; slightly bitter; warm

Part(s) used

Root and rhizome

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

Replenish vital essence, promote blood circualtion and relieve collapse. to reinforce qi and to stanch bleeding.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Treatment of collpase tendency due to asthenia, cool limbs and weak pulse. qi cannot control blood, uterine bleeding, cardiac failure and cardiogenic shock.