Single Herbs

Category	Qing Re Yao 清熱藥
Sub Category	Qing Re Jie Du 清熱解毒
Name	Chuan Xin Lian 穿心蓮 Green chiretta
Grown	The subtropical zone.
Source	Whole leaf of Androgrpahis paniculata Nees.
Ingredients	Deoxyandrographolide, Andrographolide
Pharma Effect	Has anti-microbial, anti-viral properties and an inhibiting effect on smooth muscle.
Properties	Bitter, cold
Channels	Lung, large intestine, small intestine, stomach
Function	Clears heat, relieves toxicity and dries dampness.
Clinic Usage	For fever, headache, coughing due to heat in lungs, swollen, painful throat and diarrhea due to damp heat.
Cautions
Dosage	6~15g
Storage	Store tightly sealed, in a cool, dry place. Avoid dampness and be wary of change of color.