南蛇藤

Name

Nan She Teng (Stem of oriental bittersweet)

1. Nan She Teng
2. Caulis Celastri
3. Stem of oriental bittersweet

The Effect of 南蛇藤

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.