Note: the actions, contraindications and usage sections are currently published in Arabic (primary market content); translations are in progress. Herb name, nature, taste and meridians are shown as is.
Xie Bai
薤白 Xie Bai
Allii Macrostemonis Bulbus
💊 Actions
Opens the chest and directs qi downward; used for chest impediment with qi stagnation, heart pain from stagnation, and stomach pain.
Contraindications
Contraindicated in active stomach fire and active gastric ulcer.
📖 Usage & Dosage
5-9 grams.
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A wild onion-like plant of the genus Allium; famous as a 'chest-opening' remedy.
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