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  Herb 19 of 19 in Herbs that Regulate the Qi
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Properties:
Bitter, Spicy, Slightly Cold Latin:
Fructus Immaturus Citri Aurantii |
Actions
- Breaks Stagnant Qi and Reduces Accumulation
Treats epigastric or abdominal pain and distension. Used for indigestion and focal distension with gas, belching, and foul breath. Effectively treats constipation, abdominal hardness, distension and pain, dysentery, and tenesmus.
- Transforms Phlegm and Relieves Distension
Treats chest and epigastrium focal distension and fullness. Treats Xiong Bi (painful obstruction of the chest), coronary heart disorders or angina, poor appetite, shortness of breath, fatigue and weakness due to phlegm accumulation and Heart Yang Deficiency. Also used in cases with heat in the body, abdominal fullness, gas, pain, and irregular bowel movement.
Contraindications and Cautions
- Use caution during pregnancy
- Use caution in cases with Spleen and Stomach Deficiency
Herb-Drug Interactions
- This section is being researched, and is not completed.
Toxicity and Overdose
Dosage
- 3-9 grams in decoction (Bensky)
- 3-10 grams in decoction (Chen)
This Herb Appears in the Following Formulas:
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- Dan Bensky
- Him Che. Yeung
- John K. Chen, Tina T. Chen
- Max Wichtl
- Dan Bensky
- Him Che. Yeung
- Qiao Yi