Soothes the Liver and Anchors the Yang For rising Liver Yang and Liver Fire. Treats head disorders caused by Liver Yang rising with symptoms such as dizziness, headache, vertigo, blurred vision, bitter taste in the mouth, and hypertension.
Soothes the Flow of Liver Qi For Liver Qi Stagnation with symptoms such as pain, fullness, and distension in the chest and hypochondria, insufficient lactation, and irregular menses.
Dispels Wind, Heat, and Clears the Eyes For red, painful, swollen, and itchy eyes, superficial visual obstruction, photophobia, and increased tearing (lacrimation).
Dispels Wind and Stops Itching For significant itching from hives, eczema, or other skin lesions, vitiligo, or neurodermatitis arising from wind and Blood Deficiency.
Contraindications and Cautions
Use with caution in cases of Blood Deficiency.
Use extreme caution during pregnancy, as Bai Ji Li can induce miscarriage.
If used topically, this herb may cause itching and/or rash.
Herb-Drug Interactions
This section is being researched, and is not completed.
Toxicity and Overdose
This section is being researched, and is not completed.
Dosage
6-10 grams
Notes
Dry frying this herb will increase it's warmth, and dry frying with salt will alter it's properties to enter the Kidneys.
Only use Chinese herbs or formulas under the direct care and supervision of a licensed Acupuncturist/Herbalist. Some of the substances included on this website are no longer used, and are included for historical reference only.
Herb 1 of 9 in Substances that Extinguish Wind and Stop Tremors
