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Channels:
LU
Properties:
Spicy, Warm
Latin Name:
Semen Sinapis Albae
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Alternate Names
Actions
- Warms the Lungs, Expels Phlegm, and Regulates Qi
For Cold Phlegm Stagnation with symptoms such as cough, thin, profuse, clear or white sputum, wheezing and dyspnea, or neck and upper thorax pain caused by cold phlegm obstruction at the diaphragm. - Regulates Qi, Opens the Channels, Dissipates Nodules, and Alleviates Pain
For Phlegm Cold obstruction in the Channels causing body aches, joint pain, phlegm type masses, scrofula, Yin type Boils, and bed sores.
Contraindications and Cautions
- Do not use in cases with chronic cough due to Lung Deficiency, in Yin Deficiency with Heat signs, or Stomach Fire.
- This herb may irritate the skin, cause allergic reactions, or blisters if used topically.
- This herb may cause diarrhea if taken internally in large amounts.
- Keep this herb away from the eyes.
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
Notes
This Herb Appears in the Following Formulas:
References
Herbs
Formulas
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Some of the substances included on this website are no longer used, and are included for historical reference only.
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