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Cang Zhu - Atractylodes

Cang Zhu (Atractylodes)

Clinical Applications

  • Strongly dries dampness, strengthens spleen - low appetite, diarrhea, epigastric distention, fatigue, vomiting, greasy tongue coat.
  • Expels wind-damp-cold (bi-syndrome) in extremities.
  • Clears damp-heat from lower burner (combine with clear-heat herbs, however, as this has a warm nature (for example, Er Miao San) - vaginal discharge, swollen and sore joints.
  • Induces sweating, release the exterior.
  • Improves vision.

Channels Influenced

Spleen Stomach

Dosage & Preparation

  • Dosage: 4.5-9g
Relationships
TCM Formulas that include Cang Zhu (11)
Conditions / Symptoms (4 connections)