Blood-Activating Analgesics
Shan Xiang Yuan Ye: Chinese Herb Guide
Folium Turpiniae
Name
Shan Xiang Yuan Ye (Folium Turpiniae)
The Effect of Folium Turpiniae
Property
Bitter, cold; lung and liver meridians entered.
Actions
Clear heat and remove toxicity, relieve sore throat and resolve swelling, activate blood and alleviate pain.
Indications
Sores and boils, traumatic injury, sore throat, pharyngitis, tonsillitis.
Dosage and Administrations
Decoct 15~30 g. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying with fresh product.
Sources and further reading
We cite classical materia medica and modern reference works. This article is health education, not medical advice.
- Shennong Bencao Jing (The Divine Farmer's Materia Medica), Han dynasty.
- Bencao Gangmu (Compendium of Materia Medica), Li Shizhen, 1578.
- Chinese Pharmacopoeia, current edition — identity, quality and safety monographs.
- NCCIH and WHO reference material on traditional medicine safety.
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