Chinese Herbs: Zao Jiao Ci (Spine of Chinese Honeylocust Fruit), Gleditschiae Sinensis Spina

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Zao Jiao Ci (Gleditschiae Sinensis Spina)

Channels:

LIV, ST

Properties:

Spicy, Warm

Latin:

Gleditschiae Sinensis Spina

Chinese:

皂角刺

Tone Marks:

zào jiăo cì

Actions

Eliminates Toxins, Drains Pus, Invigorates Blood, and Reduces Swelling
Treats sores, masses with pus, and carbuncles in early stages prior to suppuration.
Expels Wind, Kills Parasites
For leprosy and tinea

Contraindications and Cautions

Do not use during pregnancy
Do not use for open sores

Herb-Drug Interactions

This section is being researched, and is not completed.

Toxicity and Overdose

None Noted

Dosage

3-10 grams in decoction (Chen)
3-9 grams in decoction (Bensky)

This Herb Appears in the Following Formulas:

Xian Fang Huo Ming Yin (Sublime Formula for Sustaining Life)
Formulas that Clear Heat and Relieve Toxicity

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 Some of the substances included on this website are no longer used, and are included for historical reference only.