Note: Top

Temperature: Hot

Tastes: Spicy, Sharp

Elements: Fire

Meridians: Lung, Heart, Spleen

Traditional Actions/Indications:

1. Open the Orifices and expels Turbid Phlegm
   Shock, loss of consciousness, depression with lack of responsiveness
   Respiratory tract infections, bronchitis, colds and flu
2. Invigorates Heart Blood and stimulates Heart Qi
   Palpitations, weak limbs, low blood pressure, chest distress, fatigue, shortness of breath, sweat upon exertion
   Blood stasis pain
3. Expels Wind-Damp Bi
   Arthritis, muscular aches and pains, sprains
   Lymphatic congestion
4. Kills Parasites
   Scabies, ringworm, skin inflammation

Cautions: Avoid in pregnancy as it can cross the placental barrier. Avoid in children with epilepsy or a history or febrile convulsions. Can irritate mucous membranes and is toxic in large doses, especially if ingested.

These pages are intended to assist clinicians and are not intended for self-diagnosis or treatment for which a qualified professional should be consulted. Actions and indications are taken from traditional uses and do not necessarily reflect the evidence base which should be researched independently.