Gentiana Macrophylla Root (QinJiao)
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【PROPERTI】Bitter,Acrid,Slightly Cold
【CHANNELS ENTERED】Gallbladder,Liver,Stomach
【ACTIONS】
Expels Wind-Dampness, opens the channels and soothes the sinews and collaterals;
Clears Deficiency Heat;
Resolves Dampness and reduces jaundice;
Moistens the Intestines and unblocks the bowels
【Indications/Syndromes】
Wind-Damp Bi and cramping, especially in the limbs;
Acute or chronic Cold disorders;
Yin Deficiency, especially with empty Fire (fever, Steaming Bone Disorder);
Damp-Heat jaundice, especially acute or infantile jaundice;
Dry constipation
【Cautions& Contraindications】
Contraindicated for those with Spleen Deficiency Cold with loose stools or diarrhea.
Contraindicated for those with frequent urination.
Contraindicated for those with chronic pain with emaciation.
High doses may cause nausea and vomiting.
This herb may cause drowsiness.
【HERB/DRUG INTERACTIONS】
This herb potentiates the sedative effect of barbiturates.