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  Herb 27 of 29 in Herbs that Clear Heat and Eliminate Toxins
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Latin:
Herba cum Radice Houttuyniae Cordatae Translation:
Fishy Smelling Herb |
Actions
- Eliminates Heat and Toxins
Reduces Lung abscess, infections, cough with thick yellowish-green sputum, bronchitis, and pneumonia. - Detoxifies and Expels Pus
Used both internally and topically for purulent sores. - Drains Dampness
For Damp-Heat in the Large Intestine, colitis, or urinary tract infection.
Contraindications and Cautions
- Do not use in cases of cold from deficiency, or for Yin type furuncles.
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
- 15-60 grams. Do not cook for long periods of time.
- Part used: leaves and stems.
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- Dan Bensky
- Him Che. Yeung
- John K. Chen, Tina T. Chen
- Max Wichtl
- Dan Bensky
- Him Che. Yeung
- Qiao Yi