Niuxi, Radix Achyranthis Bidentatae

Niuxi, Radix Achyranthis Bidentatae Cyathulae Radix (Chuanniuxi) is the dried root of Cyathula officinalis Kuan, family Amaranthaceae.

Cyathulae Radix can improve blood circulation and microcirculation in capillaries. It has a stimulating effect on uterine smooth muscle, causing the embryo implantation inhibition effect and anti-pregnancy effect on mice. Cyathulae Radix polysaccharide enhances immune function and has anti-tumor activity. Sulfate ester derivative of Cyathulae Radix polysaccharide has anti-viral effect against hepatitis B virus, can reduce the level of HBsAg and HBeAg antigens. It also has anti-herpes simplex virus activity. Sweet and slightly bitter in flavor, neutral in nature. Enter liver and kidney channels.