Chinese Herbs: Yuan Ming Fen (), Matrii Sulfas Exsiccatus

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Yuan Ming Fen (Matrii Sulfas Exsiccatus)

Channels:

LU, ST, LI.

Properties:

Salty, Bitter, Cold

Latin:

Matrii Sulfas Exsiccatus

Actions

Please See Mang Xiao

Contraindications and Cautions

Please See Mang Xiao

Herb-Drug Interactions

Please See Mang Xiao

Toxicity and Overdose

Please See Mang Xiao

Dosage

Please See Mang Xiao

Notes

Yuan Ming Fen is the most refined form of Mang Xiao (sodium sulfate). It is used most often topically for sore throat, eye diseases, and oral ulcers.
Yuan Ming Fen is not as good as Mang Xiao at clearing heat and acting as a laxative.

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 Some of the substances included on this website are no longer used, and are included for historical reference only.