Salvia
Salvia miltiorrhiza (Dan Shen)
Tradition of Use: TCM
Mechanism of Action
Improves circulation, anticoagulant, cardioprotective, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory
Key Conditions & Uses
Preparation
Decoction, tincture, capsule, injection (China)
Dosage
3-15g dried root in decoction or 2-4ml tincture 3x daily
Active Compounds
Tanshinones, salvianolic acids, diterpenoid quinones
Interactions
Strong anticoagulant - potentiates warfarin and antiplatelet drugs
Contraindications
Bleeding disorders; pregnancy; surgery (discontinue 2 weeks)
Evidence Level & Clinical Notes
Evidence Level:
Good - well-studied for cardiovascular conditions
Clinical Notes:
Red sage; "moves blood"; anticoagulant effect; used for heart disease in China
Quick Overview
Key Points
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