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Yu Xing Cao TCM Herb Classifications and Usages

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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:

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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.

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