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  Herb 7 of 16 in Warm, Spicy Herbs that Release the Exterior
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Properties:
Spicy, Aromatic, Slightly Warm Latin:
Herba Seu Flos Schizonepetae Tenuifoliae |
Actions
- 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.
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