ANEMARRHENA & PHELLODENDRON
Zhi Mu/Huang Bo |
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anemarrhena aspheloides & Phellodendron chinensis |
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Zhi Mu
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bitter, cold |
clears heat from the Lungs and Stomach,
nourishes yin and cools deficiency Heat |
| Huang Bo |
bitter, cold |
drains Damp-Heat from the lower body, cools deficiency Heat |
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Indications
* Menopausal flushing and night sweats, bone steaming fevers, low grade or recurrent fevers of unknown
origin.
* Chronic irritation of the urethra (often described as ‘cystitis’), with discomfort and pain during urination. |
Combined action
Clears heat, especially in weak or deficient individuals.
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Combinations
* add to Liu Wei Di Huang Wan to create Zhi Bo Ba Wei Wan, the main formula for heat and dryness in a
deficient or weak individual causing night sweats, flushing, heat intolerance etc. Commonly used during
menopause. |
Dosage
The typical proportion when added to a constitutional formula is 6:1 formula to addition (15 grams in 75-
90 grams of formula). If a stronger effect is desired more can be added. When used alone the dose is three
grams twice daily. |
Cautions and contraindications
Care in patients with digestive weakness or cold in the interior.
None noted. |
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