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Cervi Musculus

Deer’s sinew

鹿筋 〔鹿筋〕 lù jīn

Kingdom: Animal

Origin in PRC Pharmacopoeia: Cervus nippon Temminck; Cervus elaphus L. (PRC Pharmacopoeia)

Origin in unofficial sources: Cervus nippon Temminck*; Cervus elaphus L.*

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Bland and slightly salty*; warm*; nontoxic*.

Channel entry: Liver and kidney channels.*

Actions and indications: Strengthens sinew and bone. Treats taxation damage; wind-damp joint pain; cramp.

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