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Properties & Channels

Drug Interactions

Incompatible Herbs

Toxic or Endangered

Latin Name Notes

Xuan Fu Hua (Inula Flower)

Herb 6 of 9 in Warm Herbs that Transform Phlegm-Cold

Channels:
LIV, LU, ST, SP

Properties:
Bitter, Spicy, Slightly Warm

Latin Name:
Inulae Flos

Xuan Fu Hua means "Upturned Flower"

Actions

Reduces Phlegm, Regulates Water Circulation
For accumulation of phlegm and fluids in the lungs. Treats symptoms of coughing, or wheezing along with stubborn phlegm that is white or yellow
Descends Qi, Stops Vomiting
For vomiting, nausea, hiccups, and belching due to Rebellious Stomach Qi caused by phlegm accumulation

Contraindications and Cautions

Do not use for dry cough due to Yin Deficiency
Do not use for loose stools due to Spleen Deficiency

Herb-Drug Interactions

This section is being researched, and is not completed.

Toxicity and Overdose

Allergic reactions are possible after repeated exposure to the skin, including contact dermatitis, pruritis, and diarrhea

Dosage

3-10 grams in decoction while wrapped in cheesecloth (Chen)
3-9 grams in decoction (Bensky)

This Herb Appears in the Following Formulas:

Xiang Fu Xuan Fu Hua Tang (Cyperus and Inula Decoction)
Formulas that Dry Dampness and Expel Phlegm
Xuan Fu Dai Zhe Tang (Inula and Hematite Decoction)
Formulas that Direct Rebellious Qi Downward

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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