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  Herb 18 of 28 in Herbs that Regulate Water and Drain Dampness
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Properties:
Bitter, Spicy, Cold Latin:
Radix Stephaniae Tetrandrae |
Actions
- Promotes Urination, Reduces Edema, Regulates the Water Passages
For edema in the lower body, ascites, leg qi, gurgling intestines, abdominal distention and other disorders due to water and dampness in the lower jiao
- Expels Wind-Damp and Relieves Pain
For red, hot, swollen joints associated with damp-heat.
Contraindications and Cautions
- Use with caution in cases with Yin Deficiency.
- Use with caution in cases with Spleen and Stomach Deficiency or Cold.
Herb-Drug Interactions
- None noted, but use cautiously with diuretics including chlorothoiazide, hydrochlorothiazide, Lasix, Bumex, and Demadex.
Toxicity and Overdose
- Overdose can lead to vomiting, tremor, ataxia, convulsions, quadriplegia, hypertonicity, and respiratory failure.
Dosage
- 4.5-9 grams in decoction 12
- 4.5-9 grams in decoction 13
Notes
- Han Fan Ji (Fen Fang Ji) should not be confused with Guang Fan Ji which contains the nephrotoxin aristolochic acid.
- See Eric Brand's blog post: Are You Using the Correct Fang Ji?
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