Inula Flower (XuanFuHua)
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【PROPERTI】Bitter,Acrid,Salty,Slightly Warm
【CHANNELS ENTERED】Liver,Lung,Stomach,Spleen,(Large Intestine)
【ACTIONS】
Expels Phlegm and removes pathogenic water (Resolves Phlegm Stagnation in the Lungs);
Descends Qi and stops vomiting (Calms rebellious Stomach Qi)
【Indications/Syndromes】
Phlegm Accumulation in the Lungs with Qi Rebellion;
Accumulation of Phlegm and thin mucus;
Best for Cold disorders but in combination with the appropriate herbs can be used for Hot disorders;
Phlegm-Damp;
Vomiting, hiccup and belching
【Cautions& Contraindications】
Contraindicated for those with a dry cough due to Yin Deficiency (tuberculosis).
Contraindicated for those with a Wind-Heat cough.
Contraindicated for debilitated patients with loose stools.
【HERB/DRUG INTERACTIONS】
Concurrent use with diuretics such as chlorothiazide, hydrochlorothiazide, furosimide (Lasix), bumetanide (Bumex) and torsemide (Demadex) may lead to increased elimination of water and electrolytes.