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Ursi Musculus

Bear’s sinew

熊筋 〔熊筋〕 xióng jīn

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in PRC Pharmacopoeia: Ursus arctos L.; Selenarctos thibetanus G. Cuvier. (PRC Pharmacopoeia)

Origin in unofficial sources: Selenarctos thibetanus G. Cuvier; Ursus arctos L.

Use: Medicinal

Actions and indications: Strengthens the sinews and increases strength.*

Notes: Has the same wind-tracking and bone-strengthening action as 虎骨.

See: Hǔ gǔ (虎骨 Tigris Os, tiger bone)

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