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  Herb 11 of 12 in Cool, Spicy Herbs that Release the Exterior
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Properties:
Sweet, Bitter, Cold |
Actions
- Disperses Wind and Heat
Used when Wind-Heat affects the Lungs, causing either a dry cough or expectoration of thick, yellow sputum. Also for headache, sore throat, and fever. - Clears Heat in the Liver Channel
For eye problems from heat in the Liver Channel or Liver Yin Deficiency. - Cools Blood and Stops Bleeding
For mild cases of vomiting with Blood.
Contraindications and Cautions
- Caution in cases of cold in the lungs, or lung qi Deficiency.
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
- 4.5-15 grams. Use as an external wash for eye problems.
- Part used: leaf.
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