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  Herb 18 of 21 in Herbs that Dispel Wind-Dampness
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Properties:
Spicy, Salty, Warm Latin:
Radix Clematidis Chinensis Tone Marks:
wēi líng xiān Translation:
Awesome Spiritual Immortal |
Actions
- Dispels Wind Damp, Opens Channels, Relieves Pain
For Bi Zheng. It is best for muscle pain, spasms, cramps, numbness and stiffness in the extremities
- Treats Stuck Fish Bones
For fish bones stuck in the throat (not if large or deeply lodged)
- Disperses Stagnation and Accumulation
For hiccups and middle Jiao focal distention and accumulation
Contraindications and Cautions
- Use with caution in Qi or Blood Deficiency cases
- Use with caution during pregnancy
Herb-Drug Interactions
- This section is being researched, and is not completed.
Toxicity and Overdose
- Overdose and extended long term use has resulted in gastrointestinal bleeding, burning sensation, swelling and ulcers in the oral cavity, vomiting, abdominal pain, severe diarrhea, dyspnea, bradycardia, agitation, pale face, cold sweat, dilated pupils and death in severe cases.
- Topical overdose results in rash with blistering or possible allergic dermatitis
Dosage
- 5-10 grams in decoction, maximum of 30 grams for fish bone stuck in throat (Chen)
- 6-9 grams in decoction (Bensky)
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- Dan Bensky
- Him Che. Yeung
- John K. Chen, Tina T. Chen
- Max Wichtl
- Dan Bensky
- Him Che. Yeung
- Qiao Yi