AGASTACHE & EUPATORIUM
Huo Xiang/Pei Lan |
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agastache rugosa & Eupatorium fortunei |
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Huo Xiang |
acrid, slightly warm |
transforms Damp, enlivens the Spleen,
relieves abdominal fullness, harmonises the Centre,
relieves Summer-Heat, relieves the Exterior |
Pei Lan |
acrid, neutral |
dissolves Damp, enlivens the Spleen, relieves Summer-Heat |
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Major therapeutic action
Transforms the Turbid, harmonises the Stomach, stops vomiting, enlivens the Spleen, relieves Summer-Heat. |
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.
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Indications
* External affection of Summer-Heat and Damp: dizziness, distending feeling in the head, fever, stuffy
chest, epigastric fullness, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhoea. |
Cautions and contraindications
None noted.
None noted. |
Combinations
* For nausea and vomiting, Chen Pi/Ban Xia can be added. |
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