By analyzing the target interaction network VCAM1,RELA,CDK2,JUN,CDK1,HSP90AA1,NOS2, SOD1,CASP3,AHSA1, PTGER3 are at the core of the network, which can be regarded as the key targets of Astragalus polysaccharides in treating pulmonary fibrosis. This evidence concerns the gene NOS2 and pulmonary fibrosis.