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紫河车
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Zi He Che

Placenta Hominis

Human Placenta (Processed)

Yang Tonic
About this herb

A traditional substance historically used to support deep deficiency; rarely used in modern practice for ethical and safety reasons.

PinyinZi He Che
Chinese紫河车
Latin (pharmaceutical)Placenta Hominis
EnglishHuman Placenta (Processed)
CategoryYang Tonic
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