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  Herb 9 of 14 in Herbs that Drain Fire
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Properties:
Sweet, Spicy, Very Cold |
Actions
- Clears Heat in the Qi level
For very high fever, intense thirst, profuse sweating, big and flooding pulse, and a red tongue with a yellow coating. - Clears Heat in the Lungs
For cough and wheezing with thick yellow sputum. - Clears Stomach Fire
For inflamed and painful gums, toothache, and thirst. - For Burns, Abscesses, and Eczema
Can be taken internally or applied topically for these symptoms.
Contraindications and Cautions
- Caution in patients with weak stomachs, weak pulse, Yang Deficiency, or Yin Deficiency Heat.
Herb-Drug Interactions
- May interfere with Anti-Diabetic drugs.
Toxicity and Overdose
Dosage
- 9-30 grams, up to 90 grams for very high fever. Cook 20-30 minutes before adding other herbs.
Notes
- Calcined form is best for external use.
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