Hai Tong Pi (Coral Bean Back)

Hai Tong Pi (Coral Bean Back)

Herb 7 of 21 in Herbs that Dispel Wind-Dampness

Neutral Hai Tong Pi (Cortex Erythriniae)
Channels:
LIV, SP, KI
Properties:
Bitter, Spicy, Neutral
Latin:
Cortex Erythriniae
Chinese:
海桐皮
Tone Marks:
hăi tóng pí
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Chinese Herb Actions

  • Dispels Wind Damp, Opens Channels and Collaterals
    For muscles aches and pain in the low back and knees, spasms and pain in the extremities and joints.
  • Relieves Itching and Kills Parasites
    For itching skin lesions including scabies
  • Promotes Urination, Reduces Edema
    For superficial edema due to dampness
  • Relieves Toothache due to dental caries

Chinese Herb Contraindications & Cautions

  • None Noted

Herb-Drug Interactions

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Chinese Herb Toxicity & Overdose

  • None Noted
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Chinese Herb Dosage

  • 6-12 grams in decoction (Chen)
  • 6-15 grams in decoction (Bensky)

References Used

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