Kudzu Root, Gé Gēn, 葛根, Radix Puerariae Lobatae
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Space USA: Pueraria lobata USDA Zones: Native: Habitats: Herbal medicine may interact negatively with pharma drugs and other herbs. Examples below: Herbs: Pharma Drugs:
Health Benefits
For: Best for treating stiffness in upper back, shoulders, and neck • Hypertension • Chronic diarrhea • Measles • Cold/flu • Fever • Diabetes
Attributes: Antidiabetic • Antidiarrheal • Antiplatelet • Antipyretic • Antispasmodic • Hypotensive • Vasodilative
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Other Names: Pueraria root
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Pharmacopeias: Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing
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Pueraria lobata is not in the USDA Plant Database. Drill down via USDA Interactive Map:
Category: Release Exterior Wind Heat
English: Kudzu Root Pinyin: Ge Gen Pharmaceutical: Radix Puerariae Lobatae
Organs: Spleen • Stomach Temperature: Cool
Taste: Sweet • Pungent Toxicity:
Patterns: Wind heat • Exterior heat • Interior heat
Actions: Generate fluid • Release muscle layer heat • Raise clear yang of yang brightness • Vent rashes • Treats diarrhea • Release Exterior
Indications: Diabetes of yin deficiency • Stiff or tight upper back and neck
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Typical Dosage: 9g to 21g Guidelines
Parts Used: Root
Other: Best for treating stiffness in upper back and neck. Ge Fen (葛粉)is a powdered form used as an antacid, stomach discomfort from poor dietary habits, etc.
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Potential Drug Interactions
Information in this post came from many sources, including class notes, practitioners, websites, webinars, books, magazines, and editor's personal experience. While the original source often came from historical Chinese texts, variations may result from the numerous English translations. Always consult a doctor prior to using these drugs. The information here is strictly for educational purposes.
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