Fu Ling Pi (Poria Skin)

Herb 14 of 28 in Herbs that Regulate Water and Drain Dampness

Channels:

HT, SP, LU

Properties:

Sweet, Bland, Neutral

Latin:

Sclerotii Poriae Cocos

Chinese:

茯苓皮

Tone Marks:

fú líng pí

Chinese Herb Actions

• Promote Urination and Reduce Edema
  It is for urinary difficulties and it is better for skin edema than Fu Ling. Also for abdominal distension by facilitating the water pathways.

Chinese Herb Contraindications & Cautions

• Use with caution in cases of Yin deficiency or spermatorrhea

Herb-Drug Interactions

• None noted but this herb has a diuretic effect and care should be used when taken with other diuretics

Chinese Herb Toxicity & Overdose

• None noted, but allergic reaction to Fu Ling have been noted with symptoms including itching, rashes, vertigo, nausea, and achy extremities.
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Chinese Herb Dosage

• 10-15 grams in decoction ¹²
• 15-30 grams in decoction ¹³

Chinese Herb Notes

• Fu Ling Pi is less tonifying than Fu Ling but has a stronger diuretic effect without draining the Qi.

This Herb Appears in the Following Formulas:

• Wu Pi San (Wu Pi Yin) (Five Peel Powder)
  Category: Formulas that Promote Urination and Leach out Dampness