Nature
Neutral, cool
Taste
Bitter
Channels
Daily dose
3-12 g
Tendency
Descending
Actions
- Resolves Phlegm-Heat
- Clears Heat in Stomach
- Descends the rebellious Qi of Lungs and Stomach
Applications
- Wheezing, asthma
- Cough
- Vomiting
- Gastroesophageal reflux
- Hepatitis
- Depression
- Chest oppression
- Sore throat
Contraindications
- Cold in the Stomach
- Cough from Wind-Cold