Clears Heat in the Qi Level For high fever. irritability, and a rapid and flooding pulse. Very effective at clearing heat in the stomach and Lungs, with intense thirst and thick yellow sputum.
Moistens Dryness and Nourishes Yin For Lung and Kidney Yin deficiency with night sweats, five centers heat, afternoon fevers, steaming bone fever, or irritability. Also for spermatorrhea and leakage of vital essence.
Generates Fluids For thirst, dry and ulcerated mouth, dry throat, and for wasting and thirsting disorder.
Contraindications and Cautions
Do not use in cases of Cold from Spleen and Stomach Deficiency, or with diarrhea.
Herb-Drug Interactions
May interfere with Anti-Diabetic drugs.
Toxicity and Overdose
This section is being researched, and is not completed.
Dosage
6-12 grams.
Part used: rhizome.
Notes
Frying in saltwater will strengthen ability to benefit the kidneys and will direct the actions of a formula downward.
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 Some of the substances included on this website are no longer used, and are included for historical reference only.
Herb 13 of 14 in Herbs that Drain Fire
