Xi Xian Cao (Siegesbeckia)

Herb 21 of 21 in Herbs that Dispel Wind-Dampness

Channels:

KI, LIV

Properties:

Bitter, Cold

Latin:

Herba Siegesbeckiae

Chinese:

希莶草

Tone Marks:

xī xiān căo

Chinese Herb Actions

• Dispels Wind Damp and Opens the Channels
  For Bi Zheng. Treats Pain, numbness, spasms and paralysis in the joints, body, and extremities. Also for weak legs and weakness following a stroke
• Clears heat and Toxin, Stops Itching
  For headache and dizziness due to Liver Yang rising. For rash, sores and general itching due to Damp Heat or Wind-Damp
• Calms the Spirit
  For hypertension due to heat

Chinese Herb Contraindications & Cautions

• Use caution during pregnancy or with children

Herb-Drug Interactions

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Chinese Herb Toxicity & Overdose

• None noted
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Chinese Herb Dosage

• 10-15 grams in decoction (Chen)
• 9-15 grams in decoction (Bensky)