Lian Qiao - Forsythia Fruit
TCM Materia Medica
Lian Qiao TCM Herb Classifications and Usages
The TCM herb "lian qiao" which in english is 
"forsythia fruit", is categorized within the "herbs that clear heat and relieve toxicity" functional grouping. It is thought to enter the gall bladder, heart and liver channels and exhibits acrid, bitter (ku) and cool taste/temperature properties.
Dosages and preparations will vary according to each individual and the overall approach of a formula, but generally this herb has the following dosage and/or preparation guidelines:
- Dosage: 6-15g
Of many possible clinical applications, it may be considered to influence the following issues/symptoms:
- Clear heat and toxins, dissipates nodules - carbuncles and hot sores, neck lumps.
- Expel wind-heat - fever, slight chills, sore throat, headache.
Lian Qiao may potentially be used, in coordination with a well tailored formula (in most cases), to influence the following conditions: fever, headache and/or sore throat
While it may not always be included depending on the manufacturer or herbalist making the formula, lian qiao is generally included in the following 11 formulas:
As noted above, lian qiao is within the herbs that clear heat and relieve toxicity functional group. All the herbs in this category are listed below.
(truncated intro "... toxins for the purpose of this categorization means fevers and other adverse effects of infectious diseases where patients are clinically …)".
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