Single Herbs
Formula
Single Herbs
| Category | Wen Li Yao 溫里藥 |
| Sub Category | |
| Name | Bi Ba 蓽荸 Long pepper |
| Grown | Throughout China. |
| Source | The dried fruit spike of Piper longum L. |
| Ingredients | Volatile oil. |
| Pharma Effect | Stimulates peristalsis of stomach and intestines. |
| Properties | Acrid, warm |
| Channels | Stomach, large intestine |
| Function | Warms middle and alleviates pain. |
| Clinic Usage | For cold in stomach, abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea and toothache. |
| Cautions | Use with caution for patients presenting yin deficiency with strong fire signs. |
| Dosage | 2~5g |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry place. |
