E Jiao Ban

Name

E Jiao Ban (Herb of Diversifolious Pimpinella)

The Effect of E Jiao Ban

Property

Bitter, pungent, slightly warm; lung, stomach and liver meridians entered.

Actions

Expel cold, resolve swelling, eliminate stasis.

Indications

Dysentery, infantile malnutrition, skin itch, common cold due to wind-cold.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 9~15 g. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying or decocted for washing.

Cautions

It is contraindicated to pregnant women.