Ban Zhi Lian (Barbat Skullcap or Scutellaria), Radix Scutellariae Barbatae

"The Liver is responsible for Planning"

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Herb 7 of 29 in Herbs that Clear Heat and Eliminate Toxins

Ban Zhi Lian (Radix Scutellariae Barbatae)

Channels:

LI, LIV, LU, ST

Properties:

Spicy, Bitter, Cold

Latin:

Radix Scutellariae Barbatae

Chinese:

半枝莲

Tone Marks:

bàn zhī lián

Translation:

Half branch lotus

Actions

Clears Heat, Invigorates the Blood, Relieves Toxins and Reduces Inflammation
For cirrhosis of the Liver, ascites, various types of cancer, and hepatitis. Also effective for swelling, trauma, sores, abscesses, insect and snake bites.

Contraindications and Cautions

Contraindicated during pregnancy and in cases of blood deficiency.

Herb-Drug Interactions

This section is being researched, and is not completed.

Toxicity and Overdose

This section is being researched, and is not completed.

Dosage

15-60 grams.
Part used: entire plant.

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

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