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  Herb 6 of 16 in Warm, Spicy Herbs that Release the Exterior
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Properties:
Spicy, Sweet, Warm Latin:
Ramulus Cinnamomi Cassiae |
Actions
- Adjusts the Ying and Wei Levels
For Wind-Cold from deficiency when sweating does not relieve the condition. - Warms the Channels and Collaterals
For Wind-Cold damp bi pain, arthritic complaints, especially in the shoulders. For cold obstructing the flow of Blood in dysmenorrhea and other gynecological conditions. - Unblocks the Yang Qi of the Chest
For chest pain, palpitations, edema, dysuria, and abdominal fullness. - Promotes Blood Circulation
For amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea, angina pectoris, and abdominal masses.
Contraindications and Cautions
- Caution in patients with fever, heat from deficiency, heat in the blood, pregnancy, and heavy menstruation.
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
- 3-9 grams for externally contracted wind-cold.
- 9-15 grams for Bi pain.
- Part used: twig or ramulus.
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