Salvia miltiorrhiza and ischemic diseases

摘要

The demonstration of beneficial effects of salvia miltiorrhiza(DanShen)on ischemic diseases has revolu- tionized the management of angina pectoris, myocardial infarction(MI)or stroke in Chinese society. Experi- mental studies have shown that DanShen dilated coronary arteries, increased coronary blood flow, and scavenged cellular damage from ischemia and improved heart func- tions. Cliniclal trials also indicated that DanShen wasa an effective medicine for angina pectoris, MI, and stroke. This review will focus on DanShen's effects in angina Pectoris, MI and stroke.