Dragon Bone(Long gu)

It is the fossil of bones of ancient large mammals,such as horse,rhinoceros,deer,oxen,elephant types or that of front teeth of elephant type.It can be collected all year round and stored in dry places after earth and other impurities are removed.The raw or calcined ones are used as medicine.

Medicinal Properties:sweet,astringent and neutral.

Meridian Tropism:liver,heart and kidney meridians.

Medicinal Efficacies:Induce sedation and calm mind;pacify liver and subdue hyperactive yang;astringe and arrest discharge.

Usage and Dosage:15-30g,decoct first.It is used externally with appropriate dosage.The calcined are used for astringing and the raw in other cases.