Chinese Herb: Qiang Huo (Notopterygium Root), Radix Et Rhizoma Notopterygii
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Herb 9 of 16 in Warm, Spicy Herbs that Release the Exterior
Channels:
BL, KI
Properties:
Spicy, Bitter, Aromatic, Warm
Latin:
Radix Et Rhizoma Notopterygii
Chinese:
羌活
Tone Marks:
qiāng huó
Chinese Herb Actions
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Releases the Exterior and Disperses Cold
For chills, fever, headache and a heavy sensation in the body. - Stops Damp Bi Pain
For Wind-Cold-Damp Bi pain, especially in the upper parts of the body, including the occiput. - Guides Qi to the Greater Yang and Governing Vessels
This herb directs other herbs to regions traversed by these channels.
Chinese Herb Contraindications & Cautions
- Caution in cases of blood, Yin, and exterior deficiency. Over dosage may cause nausea and vomiting.
Herb-Drug Interactions
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Chinese Herb Toxicity & Overdose
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Chinese Herb Dosage
- 6-15 grams.
- Part used: root or rhizome.
This Herb Appears in the Following Formulas:
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Chai Ge Jie Ji Tang (Bupleurum and Kudzu Decoction to Release the Muscle Layer)
Formulas that Release Exterior Wind-Heat -
Chuan Xiong Cha Tiao San (Ligusticum Chuanxiong Powder to be Taken with Green Tea)
Formulas that Release Exterior Disorders with Head and Neck Symptoms -
Jiu Wei Qiang Huo Tang (Nine Herb Decoction with Notopterygium)
Formulas that Release Exterior Cold -
Juan Bi Tang (Remove Painful Obstruction Decoction from Medical Revelations)
Formulas that Dispel Wind-Dampness -
Qiang Huo Sheng Shi Tang (Notopterygium Decoction to Overcome Dampness)
Formulas that Dispel Wind-Dampness -
Qiang Lan Tang (Notopterygium and Isatis Root Decoction)
Formulas that Release Exterior Wind-Heat -
Ren Shen Bai Du San (Ginseng Powder to Overcome Pathogenic Influences)
Formulas that Release Exterior Disorders with Interior Deficiency -
Yu Zhen San (True Jade Powder)
Formulas that Release Wind from the Skin and Channels -
Zai Zao San (Renewal Powder)
Formulas that Release Exterior Disorders with Interior Deficiency
