Hai Tong Pi (Coral Bean Back)

Herb 7 of 21 in Herbs that Dispel Wind-Dampness

Channels:

LIV, SP, KI

Properties:

Bitter, Spicy, Neutral

Latin:

Cortex Erythriniae

Chinese:

海桐皮

Tone Marks:

hăi tóng pí

Chinese Herb Actions

• Dispels Wind Damp, Opens Channels and Collaterals
  For muscles aches and pain in the low back and knees, spasms and pain in the extremities and joints.
• Relieves Itching and Kills Parasites
  For itching skin lesions including scabies
• Promotes Urination, Reduces Edema
  For superficial edema due to dampness
• Relieves Toothache due to dental caries
  

Chinese Herb Contraindications & Cautions

• None Noted

Herb-Drug Interactions

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Chinese Herb Toxicity & Overdose

• None Noted
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Chinese Herb Dosage

• 6-12 grams in decoction (Chen)
• 6-15 grams in decoction (Bensky)