Single Herbs

Category	Li Qi Yao 理氣藥
Sub Category
Name	Zhi Ke 枳殼 Ripe fruit of the bitter orange
Grown	In south China.
Source	The ripe fruit of Poncirus trifolia(L.) Raf., Citrus aurantium L., or C. wilsonii Tanaka and its family.
Ingredients	Hesperidin, Neohesperidin, Auraptenol, ?-Carotene, l-Carotene, Citraurin
Pharma Effect	1) Effect on intestines: the extract has an inhibitory effect on the peristalsis of rabbits. It also constrains the contraction of intestine induced by acetylcholine and histamine. 2) Chemical examination: take 0.5g herb powder, mixed with 10 ml methanol,
Properties	Bitter, acrid, sour, warm
Channels	Spleen, stomach
Function	Breaks up stagnant qi, reduces epigastric accumulation and transforms phlegm.
Clinic Usage	For phlegm clogging the chest and diaphragm, stagnant food lodging in the upper epigastrium, vomiting, upset stomach, dysenteric disorder, hiccough and regurgitation caused by cold injury and prolapse of the rectum.
Cautions	Use with caution in cases of pregnancy or weak stomach and intestines.
Dosage	3~9g
Storage	Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid dampness. Protect from worm infestation.