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  Herb 21 of 21 in Herbs that Dispel Wind-Dampness
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Latin:
Herba Siegesbeckiae |
Actions
- Dispels Wind Damp and Opens the Channels
For Bi Zheng. Treats Pain, numbness, spasms and paralysis in the joints, body, and extremities. Also for weak legs and weakness following a stroke
- Clears heat and Toxin, Stops Itching
For headache and dizziness due to Liver Yang rising. For rash, sores and general itching due to Damp Heat or Wind-Damp
- Calms the Spirit
For hypertension due to heat
Contraindications and Cautions
- Use caution during pregnancy or with children
Herb-Drug Interactions
- This section is being researched, and is not completed.
Toxicity and Overdose
Dosage
- 10-15 grams in decoction (Chen)
- 9-15 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