Radix Ampelopsis
NameBai Lian (Radix Ampelopsis)The Effect of Radix AmpelopsisPropertyBitter, 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, su

Name
Bai Lian (Radix Ampelopsis)
The Effect of Radix Ampelopsis
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.
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