Cang Er Cao

Name

Cang Er Cao (Xanthium sibiricum)

The Effect of Cang Er Cao

Property

Bitter, pungent, cold, slightly toxic; lung, spleen and liver meridians entered.

Actions

Dispel wind-heat, remove toxicity and kill parasites.

Indications

Nebula, sores and boils, skin itch, dizziness, hot eyes, leprosy, wind syndrome of head, arthralgia caused by dampness.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 6~12 g, or made into paste, powder and pills, or pounded into juice.
Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying or decocted for washing.

Cautions

It is contraindicated to weak people. Avoid eating pork with the medicine.