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Heat-Clearing and toxicity-Removing Herbs · 3-min read

Bai Lian

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NameBai Lian (Radix Ampelopsis)The Effect of Bai LianPropertyBitter, pungent, slightly cold; heart and stomach meridians entered.ActionsClear heat and remove toxicity; cure abscess and dissipate nodulation; promote tissues regernation and heal sores.IndicationsSores and abscess, scrofula, subcutaneo

Bai Lian
Bai Lian — Traditional Chinese Medicine Healing Herbs

Bai Lian

Bai Lian

Name

Bai Lian (Radix Ampelopsis)

The Effect of Bai Lian

Property

Bitter, pungent, slightly cold; heart and stomach meridians entered.

Actions

Clear heat and remove toxicity; cure abscess and dissipate nodulation; promote tissues regernation and heal sores.

Indications

Sores and abscess, scrofula, subcutaneous nodule; burn due to hot liquid or fire, rhagadia of the hand and foot.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 4.5~9 g. Proper dosage is for topical washing after decocting or applying after pounding into fine powder.

Cations

It should be avoided using in treating patients with deficiency cold of spleen and stomach. It is antagonistic to Wu Tou.

When to see a doctor: herbal care suits mild, everyday issues. For worsening, severe, or sudden symptoms — or if you are pregnant, on medication, or treating a child — consult a licensed practitioner first.

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