Gao Ben (Straw Weed, Chinese Lovage Root)

Herb 5 of 16 in Warm, Spicy Herbs that Release the Exterior

Gao Ben (Radix et Rhizoma Ligustici Chinensis)

Channels:
BL

Properties:
Spicy, Warm

Latin Name:
Radix et Rhizoma Ligustici Chinensis

Gao Ben means "Ligusticum root"

Actions

Expels Wind-Cold and Stops Headache
Used especially for vertex headache, or headache that travels from the vertex to the cheeks and teeth.
Expels Wind and Stops Pain
For joint pain, arthritic pain, and abdominal pain due to wind and cold.
Treats Both Ends of the Du Mai
Can treat acute lower back pain from exterior Wind-Cold invasion.

Contraindications and Cautions

This herb is very drYing, caution in patient's with Yin or blood Deficiency.

Herb-Drug Interactions

This section is being researched, and is not completed.

Toxicity and Overdose

This section is being researched, and is not completed.

Dosage

3-9 grams.
Part Used: root and rhizome.

This Herb Appears in the Following Formulas:

Qiang Huo Sheng Shi Tang (Notopterygium Decoction to Overcome Dampness)
Formulas that Dispel Wind-Dampness

References

Herbs

13. Chinese Herbal Medicine: Materia Medica (Revised Edition)
- Dan Bensky

25. Lancet 2000 January 8;355(9198):134-138 (Article)
- Fugh-Berman A.

17. Handbook of Chinese Herbs (Second Edition)
- Him Che. Yeung

12. Chinese Medical Herbology and Pharmacology (First Edition)
- John K. Chen, Tina T. Chen

26. Herbal Drugs and Phytopharmaceuticals (Third Edition)
- Max Wichtl

Formulas

15. Chinese Herbal Medicine: Formulas and Strategies (First Edition)
- Dan Bensky

18. Handbook of Chinese Herbal Formulas (First Edition)
- Him Che. Yeung

16. The Traditional Chinese Medicine Formula Study Guide (First Edition)
- Qiao Yi

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Some of the substances included on this website are no longer used, and are included for historical reference only.