Lao Po Zi Zhen Xian

Name

Lao Po Zi Zhen Xian (Lopseed herb)

Sources

The drug is the dried entire herb or root of Phryma leptostahya (L.var.) asiatica Hara (family Phrymataceae), growing in woods or damp soils in ravine, and distributed in the most areas of China.

The Effect of Lao Po Zi Zhen Xian

Property

Bitter, cool.

Actions

Remove toxicity and kill parasites.

Indications

Scabies, impetigo, fever due to pyogenic infection.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 15~30 g. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying.