Isatidis seu Baphicacanthi
Pinyin Mandarin Name
Ban Lan Gen
Common English Name
Isatidis
Part of Plant Used
Root
Nature
Cold
Taste
Bitter
Meridians Entered
Liver, Stomach, Lung
Common Usages
This herb is used in formulas to treat feverish flus; also used to treat symptoms of mumps, influenza, infectious hepatitis, and meningitis (TCM: heat in Blood).医学全在线www.med126.com
Traditional Usages and Functions
Quells heat, detoxifies fire poison, and benefits the throat.
Common Formulas Used In
Ilex and Evodia.
Processing Required
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Remarks
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Cautions in Use
Do not use this herb when the person is weak or if there is no fire poison.
