Qiang Huo - Notopterygium Root
TCM Materia Medica
Qiang Huo TCM Herb Classifications and Usages
The TCM herb "qiang huo" which in english is 
"notopterygium root", is categorized within the "herbs that release the exterior wind cold" functional grouping. It is thought to enter the kidney and urinary bladder channels and exhibits acrid, aromatic, bitter (ku) and warm (wen) 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:
- Release exterior, disperse cold - useful with wind-cold and damp associated body/joint pain
- Guiding herb for the GV and Tai Yang Channels
Qiang Huo has some precautions to be considered (see our precautions list).
- Avoid in Blood and/or Yin Deficiency
- Avoid with Exterior Deficiency
While it may not always be included depending on the manufacturer or herbalist making the formula, qiang huo is generally included in the following 10 formulas:
As noted above, qiang huo is within the herbs that release the exterior wind cold functional group. All the herbs in this category are listed below.
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