Single Herbs

Category	Qu Feng Shi Yao 祛風濕藥
Sub Category
Name	Wei Ling Xian 威靈仙 Clematis
Grown	Northeast and south China.
Source	Dried root and stem of Clematis chinensis OSBECK.
Ingredients	triterpenoid saponins, Prosapongenin
Pharma Effect
Properties	Acrid, salty, warm
Channels	Bladder
Function	Dispels wind-dampness, unblocks channels, removes sputum and is diuretic. The effects can be quickly reached to all internal organs and channels.
Clinic Usage	For arthralgia syndrome, migratory arthralgia, painful lower back and knees due to cold, accumulated mass in the abdomen, fish bones lodged in the throat, tonsillitis, tetanus and beriberi.
Cautions	Contraindicated in cases of qi or blood deficiency, or without wind-cold dampness symptoms.
Dosage	6~9g
Storage	Store in a dry, well-ventilated place.