Bai Zhi
 Herb 1 of 16 in Warm, Spicy Herbs that Release the ExteriorÂ
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Channels:
LU, ST
Properties:
Spicy, Warm
Latin:
Radix Angelicae Dahuricae
Chinese:
白芷
Tone Marks:
bái zhÄ
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Actions
- Dispels Wind and Stops Pain
For external Wind-Cold, especially with sinus or yang Ming headache, supra-orbital pain and sinus congestion. - Reduces Pus and Swelling
For early stages of surface level sores. This herb can reduce swelling and/or help to discharge pus. - Also used for damp and discharge in the Lower Jiao.
Contraindications and Cautions
- This herb is drying, do not use in cases of Yin and Blood Deficiency.
- Traditional sources say this herb antagonizes Flos Inulae (Xuan Fu Hua).
Herb-Drug Interactions
- This section is being researched, and is not completed.
Toxicity and Overdose
- This section is being researched, and is not completed.
Dosage
- 3-9 grams.
- Part Used: single root, no branches.