八角楓根

Name

Ba Jiao Feng Gen (Chinese Alangium Root)

The Effect of 八角楓根

Property

Pungent, bitter, slightly warm, slightly toxic; liver, heart and kidney meridians entered.

Actions

Dispel wind, eliminate dampness, relax the tendons and bones, dissipate stasis and alleviate pain.

Indications

Traumatic injury, numb limbs, rheumatic arthritis.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct in water, or soaked in wine. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying or decocted for washing.

Cautions

It is contraindicated to pregnant women, children, old man and weak people. Avoid eating fish when taking this medicine.