Releases the Muscles and Disperses Wind-Heat For external pathogens lodged in the muscles causing tightness and stiffness in upper back and neck, fever, and headache.
Generates Fluids and Stops Thirst Used when stomach heat causes thirst, especially due to Wind-Heat invasion.
Promotes the Expression of Measles
Stops Diarrhea and Dysentery Can be used when diarrhea or dysentery occur due to heat. Also used for diarrhea occurring from Spleen deficiency if combined with other herbs.
Reduces Symptoms of Hypertension Treats headache, dizziness, paresthesias, or tinnitus as a result of hypertension.
Contraindications and Cautions
Caution in patients with excessive sweating, or stomach cold.
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
6-12 grams.
Part used: root.
Notes
Roasting herb until it turns a yellow color will reduce its cooling action, (used this way for spleen deficiency)
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Some of the substances included on this website are no longer used, and are included for historical reference only.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 6 of 12 in Cool, Spicy Herbs that Release the Exterior
