Stephania Root, Hàn Fáng Jǐ, 汉防己, Radix Stephaniae Tetrandrae

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Health Benefits
For: Red, swollen joints • Edema
Attributes: analgesic • anti-inflammatory • antispasmodic • hypotensive • vasodilative,
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is not in the USDA Plant Database.  Drill down via USDA Interactive Map:

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Properties, Actions, Indications, etc.              Category: Wind Damp Heat 
English: Stephania Root    Pinyin:  Han Fang Ji      Pharmaceutical: Radix Stephaniae Tetrandrae  
Organs: Bladder • Spleen • Kidney      Temperature: Cold  
Taste: Pungent • Bitter      Toxicity:   
Patterns: Dampness • Bi Zheng • Wind damp heat • Damp leg Qi • Lower body edema 
Actions:  Expel wind dampness • Alleviate pain • Reduce edema • Promote urination
Indications:
Contraindications: Yin deficiency • Spleen deficiency • Stomach deficiency
Typical Dosage: 3g to 9g           Guidelines
Parts Used:       Notable for: Wind damp Bi • Promote urination • Lower body Pain • Reduce edema
Other: Very strong pain reliever • Guang Fang Ji, Mu Fang Ji, Qing Mu Xiang, and Ma Dou Ling are related but are toxic to the Liver and Kidney. These herbs are illegal to prescribe in the United States.
Combine With Purpose
Formulas with Han Fang Ji

Alert
Be cautions with all medicine.
Potential Drug Interactions

Herbal medicine may interact negatively with pharma drugs and other herbs.  Examples below:

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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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