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安神药 · Spirit-calming

Spiny Date Seed suān zǎo rén · 酸枣仁

Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa

Nature and flavour. Sweet and sour; neutral; Heart, Liver and Gallbladder systems.

The most frequently cited classical herb for quieting the spirit and supporting sleep, traditionally described where sleep is disturbed against a deficiency picture.

性味归经。甘、酸,平;归心、肝、胆经。

最常被引用的安神助眠类经典药物,传统用于虚证背景下的睡眠不安。

Classical category · no formulas, no dosages, no herb-drug combinations are given.
Safety. Generally regarded as mild, though allergic reactions have been reported occasionally. Because it quiets the spirit, combining it with sedative medication or alcohol deserves professional review. Persistent insomnia needs medical assessment.

一般认为药性平和,但偶有过敏反应的报道。因其安神之性,与镇静类药物或酒精同用应经专业评估。持续失眠需要医学评估。

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