Moistens the Lungs, Nourishes Yin
Treats cases with damaged Lung Yin including symptoms of a hacking, dry cough, or hemoptysis, dry throat, dry mouth, dry cough with scanty and difficult to expectorate phlegm. Also for dyspnea, chest fullness and pain with a dry cough. Most often used in cases when a Warm-Dry pathogen has transformed into fire because it can cool the lungs.
Nourishes the Stomach Yin and Generates Fluids
For thirst and dry mouth due to insufficient Stomach Yin. Also for Xiao Ke syndrome(wasting and thirsting disorder).
Moistens Intestines
For intestinal dryness and constipation due to Yin Deficiency leading to dryness
Clears the Heart and Eliminates Irritability
For irritability, especially fever and irritability that worsen at night due to Yin Deficiency or Heat Pathogen in the Ying Level
Contraindications and Cautions
Do not use in cases of diarrhea from Cold and Middle Jiao Deficiency
Do not use in cases of cough due to Wind-Cold or Damp-Phlegm
Avoid use prior to operating heavy machinery due to possible drowsiness associated with use of this herb
Herb-Drug Interactions
None Noted.
Toxicity and Overdose
No toxicity noted
Possible allergic reactions include nausea, vomiting, nervousness, agitation, tingling abdominal pain, and pruritus along with delirium and loss of consiousness.
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 Some of the substances included on this website are no longer used, and are included for historical reference only.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 15 in Herbs that Tonify Yin
