Chinese Herbs: She Tui (Snake Skin Slough), Exuvia Serpentis

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Herb 15 of 21 in Herbs that Dispel Wind-Dampness

Channels:

LIV

Properties:

Sweet, Salty, Neutral

Latin:

Exuvia Serpentis

Chinese:

蛇蜕

Tone Marks:

shé tuì

Actions

Dispels Wind and Stops Spasms
For seizures and convulsions in children. For skin rashes with itching due to wind heat.
Benefits the Eyes
For pterygium or corneal disorders (combine with Chan Tui)

Contraindications and Cautions

Do not use during pregnancy

Herb-Drug Interactions

This section is being researched, and is not completed.

Toxicity and Overdose

None Noted

Dosage

2-3 grams in decoction, 0.3-0.6 in powder (Chen)
1.5-3 grams in decoction (Bensky)

Herbs References

Chinese Herbal Medicine: Materia Medica, Third Edition - Dan Bensky
Herb-drug interactions - Fugh-Berman A.
Handbook of Chinese Herbs - Him Che. Yeung
Chinese Medical Herbology & Pharmacology - John K. Chen, Tina T. Chen
Herbal Drugs and Phytopharmaceuticals, Third Edition - Max Wichtl

Formulas References

Chinese Herbal Medicine: Formulas and Strategies - Dan Bensky
Handbook of Chinese Herbal Formulas - Him Che. Yeung
The Traditional Chinese Medicine Formula - Qiao Yi

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 Some of the substances included on this website are no longer used, and are included for historical reference only.