Hong Teng (Sargentodoxa Vine)

Herb 10 of 29 in Herbs that Clear Heat and Eliminate Toxins

Channels:
LI, LIV

Properties:
Bitter, Neutral

Latin Name:
Caulis Sargentodoxae

Actions

Clears Heat and Toxins, Reduces Abscesses
Especially important for intestinal abscesses with signs of heat, toxin, and stagnation. Also treats appendicitis and skin lesions with swelling and heat signs.
Dispels Blood Stagnation and Relieves Pain
For sharp pain including trauma, sports injuries and dysmenorrheal

Contraindications and Cautions

Do not use during pregnanacy.
Inhibits blood clotting, so beware of herb drug interactions.

Herb-Drug Interactions

This section is being researched, and is not completed.

Toxicity and Overdose

None Noted

Dosage

10-15 grams in decoction with a maximum dose of 30 Grams (Chen)
9-15 Grams in decoction (Bensky)

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Some of the substances included on this website are no longer used, and are included for historical reference only.