Hu Gu (Tiger Bone)

Herb 8 of 21 in Herbs that Dispel Wind-Dampness

Channels:

LIV, KI

Properties:

Spicy, Sweet, Warm

Latin:

Os Tigris

Chinese:

虎骨

Tone Marks:

hŭ gŭ

Chinese Herb Actions

• Dispels Wind, Relieves Pain, Strengthens Sinews and Bones
  For Bi Zheng Syndrome with weak and sore back and knees. Also for atrophied lower back and legs, or when the leg spasms and there is difficulty moving the joints.

Chinese Herb Contraindications & Cautions

• Use with caution in cases of Fire from Excess or Deficiency

Herb-Drug Interactions

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Chinese Herb Toxicity & Overdose

• None Noted
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Chinese Herb Dosage

• 3-6 grams in pills, tinctures or powders (Chen)
• 3-6 grams in pills, tinctures, or powders (Bensky)

This Herb Appears in the Following Formulas:

• Hu Qian Wan (Hidden Tiger Pill)
  Category: Formulas that Nourish and Tonify the Yin

This herb is considered endangered, toxic, or is illegal in the United States