Single Herbs

Category	Qing Re Yao 清熱藥
Sub Category	Qing Re Jie Du 清熱解毒
Name	Bai Xian Pi 白蘚皮 Dictamnus root bark
Grown	Northeast and north China.
Source	Root bark of Dictamnus dasycaspus Turcz.
Ingredients	Dictamnine, Skimmianine
Pharma Effect
Properties	Bitter, cold
Channels	Spleen, stomach, bladder
Function	Dispels wind, dries dampness, clears heat and relieves toxicity.
Clinic Usage	For malignant boils, aversion to wind, scabies, itches, skin lesions, arthritis and jaundice.
Cautions	Contraindicated in cases of cold deficiency.
Dosage	4.5~9g. Proper amount for external use. Use in powders or decoctions.
Storage	Store in a dry, well-ventilated place.