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.

Qing Ban Xia

清半夏 Qing Ban Xia

Pinelliae Rhizoma Praeparatum Cum Alumine

Nature

微温

Taste

辛

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Meridians

脾 · 胃

💊 Actions

Processed with alum: for obstinate phlegm; milder in emetic action than ginger-processed Pinellia.

Contraindications

Same as processed Pinellia: by prescription.

📖 Usage & Dosage

3-9 grams.

🏠 Processed Pinellia

There are three processing methods for toxic Pinellia; an example of traditional chemistry.