Tu Niu Xi (Tuniuxi Root)

Herb 24 of 29 in Herbs that Clear Heat and Eliminate Toxins

Channels:
LIV, KI

Properties:
Bitter, Sour, Neutral

Latin Name:
Radix Achyranthis

Tu Niu Xi means "Local Ox's Knee"

Actions

Drains Fire and Reduces Toxins
For painful or swollen throat, especially effective for treating diphtheria and pneumonia.
Clears Heat Toxins on the Skin
For abscess or skin sores. Also used to relieve poisons from snakebite.
Invigorates the Blood
Used in treating amenorrhea or dysmenorrhea.

Contraindications and Cautions

Do not use during pregnancy.

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

15-30 grams.
Part used: root.

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Some of the substances included on this website are no longer used, and are included for historical reference only.