Qing Fen - Calomel
TCM Materia Medica
Qing Fen TCM Herb Classifications and Usages
The TCM herb "qing fen" which in english is "calomel", is categorized within the "herbs for external applications" functional grouping. It is thought to enter the kidney, liver and urinary bladder channels and exhibits acrid and cold (han) 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: 0.1-0.2g for internal
- Topically as a powder.
Of many possible clinical applications, it may be considered to influence the following issues/symptoms:
- Relieves toxicity, kills parasites - external wash for scabies and syphilitic chancres.
- Expels water and unblocks the bowels and bladder.
As noted above, qing fen is within the herbs for external applications functional group. All the herbs in this category are listed below.
(truncated intro "... the herbs is this category are mainly used as an external application. they will be applied for cases of bleeding, itching, swelling, inflammation and oozing sores. these herbs can be prepared as powders, ointments, washes, steams or so…)".
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