Releases the Exterior and Stops Wind For common cold with headache from Wind-Cold or Wind-Heat, depending on other herbs in the prescription.
Alleviates Itching and Rashes For the first stages of skin eruptions, measles, urticaria. Also for boils when they first erupt, especially if accompanied by chills and fever.
Stops Bleeding For epistaxis, Bloody stool, hemorrhage, etc.
Contraindications and Cautions
Caution for internal liver wind, and for measles and open sores that have suppurated.
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.
Part used: aerial part or spike of whole herb.
Notes
When used to stop bleeding, toast herb to ash. Do not decoct for more than 15 minutes.
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 Some of the substances included on this website are no longer used, and are included for historical reference only.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 7 of 16 in Warm, Spicy Herbs that Release the Exterior
