Yu Xing Cao - Houttuynia
TCM Materia Medica
Yu Xing Cao TCM Herb Classifications and Usages
The TCM herb "yu xing cao" which in english is "houttuynia", is categorized within the "herbs that clear heat and relieve toxicity" functional grouping. It is thought to enter the large intestine and lung channels and exhibits acrid 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: 15-60g
Of many possible clinical applications, it may be considered to influence the following issues/symptoms:
- Clears heat and toxins, reduces swellings and abscess - for lung abscess or lung heat cough with thick, yellow-green sputum.
- Relieves toxicity and expels pus for toxic sores (internally and topically).
- Drains damp-heat, promotes urination - diarrhea, lin syndromes.
While it may not always be included depending on the manufacturer or herbalist making the formula, yu xing cao is generally included in the following 1 formula:
ViewDing Chuan Wan (Calm Wheezing Pills)
Directs the lung qi downward and clears phlegm heat from the lungs. Typically used for the condition of wind cold blocking the exterior with internal accumulation of phlegm heat - which may involve …
As noted above, yu xing cao 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 sick. )".
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