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  Herb 13 of 19 in Herbs that Cool and Transform Phlegm-Heat
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Properties:
Bitter, Spicy, Slightly Cold Translation:
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Actions
- Directs Qi Down, Dispels Phlegm
For cough and wheezing with thick copious difficult to expectorate sputum, and chest oppression
- Disperses and Dispels Wind-Heat
For headache and cough with symptoms of Wind-Heat pattern
Contraindications and Cautions
- Use with caution in cases who take blood thinning medication. Qian Hu has known anti-platelet action
- Do not use in cases with cough due to Yin Deficiency Fire
- Do not use for cough and wheezing with cold, thin mucous
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
- 6-10 grams in decoction (Chen)
- 3-9 grams in decoction (Bensky)
Combinations:
- Bai Qian (Radix Et Rhizoma Cynanchi Baiqian)
- Qian Hu (Radix Peucedani)
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