Single Herbs

Category	Qu Feng Shi Yao 祛風濕藥
Sub Category
Name	Xu Chang Qing 徐長卿 Panicled swallowwort root
Grown	Throughout China.
Source	Root and rhizome of Cynanchum paniculatum (Bge.) Kitag.
Ingredients	Alkaloid
Pharma Effect
Properties	Acrid, warm
Channels	Liver, stomach
Function	Dispels wind, alleviates pain and itching.
Clinic Usage	For damp arthralgia due to pathogenic wind-cold, pain in the lower back, hand and foot spasms, eczema and stubborn scabies. It also treats the venom of snake bites.
Cautions	This herb is aromatic. Do not decoct for extended time.
Dosage	3~10g. 1.5~3g is used in powders.
Storage	Store in a cool, dry place.