Da Fu Pi (Betel Husk)

Herb 4 of 19 in Herbs that Regulate the Qi

Channels:

LI, SI, SP, ST

Properties:

Spicy, Slightly Warm

Latin:

Pericarpium Arecae Catechu

Chinese:

大腹皮

Tone Marks:

dà fù pí

Translation:

Big Abdomen Peel

Chinese Herb Actions

• Directs Qi Downward, Eases the Middle
  Treats abdominal distension, oppression and fullness. Especially if accompanied by incomplete evacuation or irregular evacuation. Also treats morning sickness.
• Promotes Diuresis, Reduces Edema
  Treats edema with abdominal distension, superficial edema, and food stagnation. Also good for accumulated rebellious leg Qi.

Chinese Herb Contraindications & Cautions

• Use caution during pregnancy.

Herb-Drug Interactions

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Chinese Herb Toxicity & Overdose

• 1 reported case of anaphylactic shock. Reported allergic reactions include urticaria, severe abdominal pain, and diarrhea.
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Chinese Herb Dosage

• 3-10 grams in decoction (Chen)
• 4.5-9 grams in decoction (Bensky)

This Herb Appears in the Following Formulas:

• Huo Xiang Zheng Qi San (Agastache Powder to Rectify the Qi)
  Category: Formulas that Transform Damp Turbidity
• Shi Pi Yin (Bolster the Spleen Decoction)
  Category: Formulas that Warm and Transform Water and Dampness
• Wu Pi San (Wu Pi Yin) (Five Peel Powder)
  Category: Formulas that Promote Urination and Leach out Dampness