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  Herb 16 of 19 in Herbs that Cool and Transform Phlegm-Heat
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Properties:
Spicy, Bitter, Cool, Slightly Toxic Latin:
Euphorbiae Helioscopiae Translation:
Marsh Lacquer |
Actions
- Transforms Phlegm, Stops Cough and Wheeze
For cough and wheezing with profuse sputum associated with acute bronchitis. For cough and wheezing with thin mucous or used alone for chronic bronchitis.
- Disperses Nodules and Dissolves Phlegm
For scrofula, nodules and hardening due to hardening of Phlegm
- Reduces Edema, Promotes Urination, Promotes Water Circulation
For edema of the upper abdomen, face, eyes, and extremities. Strongly treats Water Stagnation
Contraindications and Cautions
- Use with caution during pregnancy
- Use with caution in cases with Cold and Deficiency of the Spleen and Stomach
Herb-Drug Interactions
- This section is being researched, and is not completed.
Toxicity and Overdose
- This herb is considered toxic (while some Chinese herbs are toxic, it must be noted that many come prepared, or are combined, to mitigate their toxicity).
Dosage
- 5-10 grams in decoction (Chen)
- 5-10 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