Man Jing Zi (Vitex Fruit)

Herb 8 of 12 in Cool, Spicy Herbs that Release the Exterior

Channels:
BL, LIV, ST

Properties:
Bitter, Spicy, Cool

Latin Name:
Fructus Viticis

Actions

Clears Heat and Disperses Wind
For Wind-Heat common cold, especially if the main complaint is headache or eye pain.
Clears Wind and Heat in the Liver Channel
Treats excessive tearing, cataract, night-blindness, and Blood-shot eyes.
Drains Dampness and Expels Wind
For Wind-Damp Bi pain and spasms in the limbs with numbness, cramping, and a heavy sensation.

Contraindications and Cautions

Caution in cases of headache due to blood and Yin Deficiency, and stomach qi Deficiency. Traditionally this herb is not recommended with Radix Aconiti (wu tuo) and Gypsum (shi gao).

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: fruit.

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Some of the substances included on this website are no longer used, and are included for historical reference only.