Cautions, Contraindications, Herb Drug Interactions:
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Preparation Notes:
Decoction. Shi Gao is usually cooked for 15-20 minutes before the remaining herbs are added. Shui Niu Jiao, powdered or shaved, should be substituted for Xi Jiao, as Xi Jiao is from an endangered species. If substituted, the dosage of Shui Niu Jiao should be 30-120 grams. Shui Niu Jiao is usually cooked for 20 minutes separately before it is added to the main decoction. In this case, it should be cooked with the Shi Gao.
Originally Appeared In:
Achievements Regarding Epidemic Rashes (Yi Zhen Yi De)
Combined Channels of all herbs in this formula:
Lungs, Stomach, Kidneys, Spleen, Heart, Small Intestine, Liver, Large Intestine, Gall Bladder
Jie Geng (Root of the Balloon Flower) Quantity = 3-6 grams
Channels:
LU (ST)
Properties:
Bitter, Spicy, Neutral
Latin:
Platycodi Radix
Chinese:
桔梗
Tone Marks:
jié gĕng
Alt Names:
Ku Jie Geng, Bai Jie Geng, Yu Jie Geng
Translation:
Solid and Straight Root
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