七葉壹枝花

Name

Chong Lou (Rhizoma Paridis)

1. Chong Lou
2. 七叶一枝花
3. 蚤休
4. Rhizoma Paridis
5. 重樓
6. 重楼
7. Chinese Paris Rhizome

The Effect of 七葉壹枝花

Property

Bitter, slightly cold; slightly toxic; liver meridian entered.

Actions

Clear heat and remove toxicity; relieve swelling and pain; cool liver and stop convulsions.

Indications

Abscess, deep-rooted boils and sores; venomous snake bite; throat obstruction with swelling pain; infantile convulsions due to high fever; traumatic injury; traumatic bleeding.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 5~10 g. Proper dosage is for topical administration.

Cations

It is contraindicated to the pregnant women.