ERYTHRINA & GENTIANA
Hai Tong Pi/Qin Jiao |
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Erythrina variegata & Gentiana macrophylla |
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Hai Tong Pi |
acrid, bitter |
expels Damp, and alleviates bi pain,
clears cold and resolves Damp and Heat |
Qin Jiao |
bitter, acrid |
expels Wind and Damp,
removes neutral jaundice, clears deficiency Heat |
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Major therapeutic action
anti-inflammatory, anti-allergenic, eases pain.
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Key symptoms for use
* With Juan Bi Tang for arthritis, arthralgia, bursitis.
* With San Bi Tang for arthritis and pain with signs of heat (night sweats, heat. in the palms or soles of the
feet, red tongue tip). |
Indications
* Rheumatoid and arthritic conditions.
* Hypertonicity of extremities, limited movement of limbs.
* Pain in the waist and knees.
* arthralgia, arthritis, sciatica. |
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
None noted.
None noted. |
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