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 Category  Qu Feng Shi Yao
祛風濕藥
 Sub Category  
 Name  Luo Shi Teng
絡石藤
Star jasmine stem
 Grown  Central and north China.
 Source  Stem and leaf of Trachelospermun jasminoides Lem.
 Ingredients  Arctiin, Tracheloside, Cymarose
 Pharma Effect  
 Properties  Bitter, slightly cold
 Channels  Heart, liver, kidney
 Function  Dispels wind, unblocks channels, cools blood and reduces swellings.
 Clinic Usage  For damp arthralgia due to pathogenic wind-cold, muscle spasms, throat inflammation, carbuncle and swellings.
 Cautions  Fresh herb has better effects.
 Dosage  6~12g. Use proper amount of fresh herb externally. Smash the herb then apply to wounds.
 Storage  Store in a cool, dry place.