Chan Tui (Circada Moulting)
Herb 3 of 12 in Cool, Spicy Herbs that Release the Exterior
Channels:
LU, LIV
Properties:
Sweet, Salty, Slightly Cold
Latin:
Periostracum Cicadae
Chinese:
蝉蜕
Tone Marks:
chán tuì
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Chinese Herb Actions
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Disperses Wind-Heat
Treats respiratory tract infection, especially with loss of voice and a sore, swollen throat. - Facilitates the Expression of Rashes
For early stage of measles. - Clears the Eyes
Benefits red, painful, swollen eyes and clears blurring of vision (especially due to wind and heat.) - Stops Spasms from Wind
Used when high fever causes spasms, delirium, or night terrors, especially in children. - Also used in formulas to combat tetanus.
Chinese Herb Contraindications & Cautions
- Contraindicated during pregnancy, and in exterior deficiency syndromes.
Herb-Drug Interactions
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Chinese Herb Toxicity & Overdose
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Chinese Herb Dosage
- 3-9 grams.
- Part used: slough shed by the ciccada nymph.
This Herb Appears in the Following Formulas:
- Xiao Feng San (Eliminate Wind Powder from True Lineage)
Category: Formulas that Release Wind from the Skin and Channels
