Ju He (Citrus/Tangerine Seeds), Semen Citri Reticulatae

"The Lungs rule Qi and Respiration"

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Herb Documents

Properties & Channels

Drug Interactions

Incompatible Herbs

Toxic or Endangered

Latin Name Notes

Herb 7 of 19 in Herbs that Regulate the Qi

Channels:

Unknown

Properties:

Bitter, Neutral

Latin:

Semen Citri Reticulatae

Alt Names:

Ju Zi He, Ju Zi Ren, Ju Ren

Actions

Activates and moves Qi, relieves pain, and dissipates clumps
Effective for pain from small intestine hernial disorders, swelling and pain of the testes, mastitis, breast nodules, and in the lower back pain.

Contraindications and Cautions

This section is being researched, and is not completed.

Herb-Drug Interactions

This section is being researched, and is not completed.

Toxicity and Overdose

None Noted.

Dosage

3-10 grams (Chen)

Notes

Fry Ju He with salt to direct it's actions to the Kidneys, and increase it's effectiveness at treating hernia and testicular swelling/pain.

This Herb Appears in the Following Formulas:

Ju He Wan (Tangerine Seed Pill)
Formulas that Promote the Movement of Qi

References

Herbs

13. Chinese Herbal Medicine: Materia Medica (Revised Edition) - Dan Bensky

25. Lancet 2000 January 8;355(9198):134-138 (Article) - Fugh-Berman A.

17. Handbook of Chinese Herbs (Second Edition) - Him Che. Yeung

12. Chinese Medical Herbology and Pharmacology (First Edition) - John K. Chen, Tina T. Chen

26. Herbal Drugs and Phytopharmaceuticals (Third Edition) - Max Wichtl

Formulas

15. Chinese Herbal Medicine: Formulas and Strategies (First Edition) - Dan Bensky

18. Handbook of Chinese Herbal Formulas (First Edition) - Him Che. Yeung

16. The Traditional Chinese Medicine Formula Study Guide (First Edition) - Qiao Yi

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