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Root of sarmentose pepper

The Effect of Root of sarmentose pepper

Property

Bitter, warm, pungent.

Actions

Expel wind and eliminate dampness, resolve swelling, alleviate pain, remove toxicity, prevent malaria.

Indications

Stomachache, malaria, sores and boils, toothache, barbiers, rheumatic arthritis, haemorrhoids, cyesedema.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 10~15 g, or soaked in wine. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying or decoctdd for washing.

Cautions

It is contraindicated to pregnant women.