Nan She Teng

Name

Nan She Teng (Stem of oriental bittersweet)

1. 南蛇藤
2. Caulis Celastri
3. Stem of oriental bittersweet

The Effect of Nan She Teng

Property

Bitter, pungent, warm; liver and bladder meridians entered.

Actions

Expel wind, eliminate dampness, dredge meridians and alleviate pain, activate blood and remove toxicity.

Indications

Infantile convulsions, dysentery, numb limbs, arthralgia and myalgia, acute filthy disease.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 9~10 g, or soaked in wine.

Cautions

It is contraindicated to pregnant women.