Herbs that Cool and Transform Phlegm-Heat
Dan Nan Xing 胆南星
Rhizoma Arisaematis (Processed with Bile) Jack-in-the-Pulpit Rhizome & Bile
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Materia Medica Data
- Temperature
- Cool
- Nature & Flavour
- Bitter, Cool
- Channels Entered
- LIV, LU, SP
- Latin (pharmaceutical)
- Rhizoma Arisaematis (Processed with Bile)
- Chinese
- 胆南星
- Tone Marks
- dăn nán xīng
Chinese Herb Actions
- Transforms Phlegm Heat, Extinguish Wind, Stops Convulsions Used for muscle spasms and cramps, infantile convulsions, seizures, facial paralysis, tetanus, and stroke due to wind and phlegm obstructing the channels
Chinese Herb Dosage
- 2-5 grams in decoction (Chen)
Chinese Herb Contraindications & Cautions
- Do not use during pregnancy, or at least extreme caution
- Use caution in cases with dry cough due Fire or Blood Deficiency causing Liver Wind
Chinese Herb Toxicity & Overdose
- Slightly toxic reactions include numb tongue and mouth, itching, burning sensations, swelling, involuntary salivation, nausea, vomiting, slurred speech, and hoarseness, as well as severe reactions of convulsions, spasms, and dyspnea.
Sources & References
Compiled and edited by Thomas Dehli, Founder & Editor, Sacred Lotus
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