She Tui (Snake Skin Slough)

Herb 15 of 21 in Herbs that Dispel Wind-Dampness

Channels:

LIV

Properties:

Sweet, Salty, Neutral

Latin:

Exuvia Serpentis

Chinese:

蛇蜕

Tone Marks:

shé tuì

Chinese Herb Actions

• Dispels Wind and Stops Spasms
  For seizures and convulsions in children. For skin rashes with itching due to wind heat.
• Benefits the Eyes
  For pterygium or corneal disorders (combine with Chan Tui)

Chinese Herb Contraindications & Cautions

• Do not use during pregnancy

Herb-Drug Interactions

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Chinese Herb Toxicity & Overdose

• None Noted
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Chinese Herb Dosage

• 2-3 grams in decoction, 0.3-0.6 in powder (Chen)
• 1.5-3 grams in decoction (Bensky)