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  Herb 6 of 12 in Cool, Spicy Herbs that Release the Exterior
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Ye Ge Gen (Peureria Lobata)
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Properties:
Sweet, Spicy, Cool |
Actions
- Releases the Muscles and Disperses Wind-Heat
For external pathogens lodged in the muscles causing tightness and stiffness in upper back and neck, fever, and headache. - Generates Fluids and Stops Thirst
Used when stomach heat causes thirst, especially due to Wind-Heat invasion. - Promotes the Expression of Measles
- Stops Diarrhea and Dysentery
Can be used when diarrhea or dysentery occur due to heat. Also used for diarrhea occurring from Spleen deficiency if combined with other herbs. - Reduces Symptoms of Hypertension
Treats headache, dizziness, paresthesias, or tinnitus as a result of hypertension.
Contraindications and Cautions
- Caution in patients with excessive sweating, or stomach cold.
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
- 6-12 grams.
- Part used: root.
Notes
- Roasting herb until it turns a yellow color will reduce its cooling action, (used this way for spleen deficiency)
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