Single Herbs
Formula
Single Herbs
| 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. |
