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  Herb 2 of 12 in Cool, Spicy Herbs that Release the Exterior
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Channels:
GB, LIV, PER, TB Properties:
Bitter, Spicy, Cool Translation:
Kindling of the Barbarians |
Actions
- Resolves Shao Yang Disorders and Lowers Fever
For alternating chills and fever, bitter taste in the mouth, flank pain, vomiting, irritability, and chest constriction. - Relieves Liver Qi Constraint
For dizziness, vertigo, chest pain, menstrual disorders, and emotional instability. Also used to treat wood attacking earth symptoms. - Raises the Yang Qi in cases of Middle Jiao Deficiency
For hemorrhoids, anal and uterine prolapse, and diarrhea.
Contraindications and Cautions
- Contraindicated in cases of Liver Heat and cough from Yin Deficiency
- Over dosage may cause nausea and vomiting.
- Other side effects may include increased bowel movement and drowsiness.
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
- 3-12 grams.
- Part used: root.
Combinations:
- Bai Shao (Radix Albus Paeoniae Lactiflorae)
- Chai Hu (Radix Bupleuri)
This Herb Appears in the Following Formulas:
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- Dan Bensky
- Him Che. Yeung
- John K. Chen, Tina T. Chen
- Max Wichtl
- Dan Bensky
- Him Che. Yeung
- Qiao Yi