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Angelicae Gigantis Radix, Chinese Angelica, Dang Gui, Danggui, Danguia, Don Quai, Ferulic Acid, Kinesisk Kvan, Ligustilides, Phytoestrogen, Radix Angelicae Gigantis, Radix Angelicae Sinensis, Tan Kue Bai Zhi, Tang Kuei, Tanggwi, Toki.
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Angelica sinensis, synonym Angelica polymorpha var. sinensis.
Family: Apiaceae/Umbelliferae. |
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Orally, dong quai is used for dysmenorrhea, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and menopausal symptoms. It is also used orally as a "blood purifier"; to manage hypertension, infertility, rheumatism, ulcers, anemia, and constipation; and in the prevention and treatment of allergic attacks. Dong quai is also used orally is for the treatment of skin depigmentation and psoriasis.
Topically, dong quai is used as part of a multi-ingredient preparation for treating premature ejaculation.
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