胆南星

Name

Dan Nan Xing (Arisaema Cum Bile)

The Effect of 胆南星

Property

Bitter, cold; heart, liver and lung meridians entered.

Actions

Clear and resolve heat-phlegm, extinguish wind and calm fright.

Indications

Convulsions due to phlegm-heat, apoplexy, epilepsy, cough due to phlegm-heat.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 3~6 g or make pill and powder.