Preferred Label : Radix Angelicae Sinensis/Radix Astragali Herbal Supplement;
NCIt synonyms : DB1;
NCIt definition : A traditional Chinese medicine comprising of Radix Angelicae Sinensis (RAS) and Radix
Astragali (RA), with potential anti-inflammatory, immunostimulatory, neuroprotective,
anti-hepatotoxic and antineoplastic activities. The main chemical constituents of
RAS include ferulic acid, Z-ligustilide, butylidenephthalide and various polysaccharides.
RA is the dried root of Astragalus membranaceus with primary constituents such polysaccharides,
triterpenoids as well as isoflavones. Though their mechanisms of action remain largely
elusive, Radix Angelicae Sinensis/Radix Astragali herbal supplements are commonly
used for the treatment of various health conditions affecting women including premenstrual
syndrome, dysmenorrhea, pelvic pain, recovery from childbirth and menopausal symptoms.
These agents are also used for alleviating constipation, preventing and treating anemia
and allergic attacks, and for the management of hypertension, joint pain and ulcers.;
Molecule name : Danggui Buxue Decoction No.1;
NCI Metathesaurus CUI : CL471832;
Origin ID : C113297;
UMLS CUI : C3815134;
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