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Drug Interactions

Incompatible Herbs

Toxic or Endangered

Latin Name Notes

Bai Jiang Cao (Patrinia, Thiaspi)

Herb 2 of 29 in Herbs that Clear Heat and Eliminate Toxins

Bai Jiang Cao (Herba cum Radice Patriniae)

Channels:
LI, LIV, ST

Properties:
Spicy, Bitter, Slightly Cold

Latin Name:
Herba cum Radice Patriniae

Actions

Clears heat, removes toxins, and reduces inflammation
For internal toxins from fire causing intestinal abscesses or acute appendicitis. Also eliminates pus and toxins on the skin causing carbuncles, sores, and swellings. Used both internally and topically.
Eliminates Pain due to Blood Stasis
For Blood stagnation caused by heat in the abdomen or chest. Also for post partum and post operative pain, dysmenorrhea and endometriosis.

Contraindications and Cautions

Over dosage may cause nausea or dizziness.
Do not use in cases of spleen and stomach 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

9-15 grams.
Part used: whole plant.

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

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Some of the substances included on this website are no longer used, and are included for historical reference only.