Large Leaf Gentiana Root , Qín Jiāo, 秦艽, Radix Gentianae Macrophyllae

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Health Benefits
For: Hot flashes • Jaundice • Hypertension • Diabetes • Hyperglycemic • Tidal fever • Joint stiffness or pain • Muscle soreness
Attributes: Anti-inflammatory • Analgesic • Hypoglycemic • Hypotensive • Sedative
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Gentiandine

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Other Names: Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing
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Gentiana Macrophylla Pall. is not in the USDA Plant Database.  Drill down via USDA Interactive Map:

USA: Gentiana Macrophylla Pall. USDA Zones:  

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Properties, Actions, Indications, etc.              Category: Wind Damp Heat 
English: Large Leaf Gentiana Root     Pinyin:  Qin Jiao      Pharmaceutical: Radix Gentianae Macrophyllae   
Organs: Liver • Gallbladder • Stomach      Temperature: Cool  
Taste: Pungent • Bitter       Toxicity:   
Patterns: Wind damp Bi syndrome • Deficiency heat • Jaundice • Hot Bi Zheng • Cold Bi Zheng • Steaming Bone disorder • Jaundice 
Actions:  Clear deficient heat • Alleviate pain • Relax Sinews • Dispel wind • Clear jaundice • Moistening • Clear Bi Zheng • Open Channels
Indications: Yin deficiency heat • Deficient heat • Bi pain • Wind cold • Jaundice • Bi Zheng • Blocked channels and collaterals • Steaming bone sensation
Contraindications: Spleen and Stomach deficiency cold • Driving since it can cause drowsiness
Typical Dosage: 4.5g to 12g           Guidelines
Parts Used: Root       Notable for: Deficiency heat • Jaundice • Wind damp Bi (heat or cold)
Other: Yin deficiency is often found in elderly patients
Combine With Purpose
Formulas with Qin Jiao

Alert
Be cautions with all medicine.

This herb is a sedative and can cause drowsiness.

 

Potential Drug Interactions

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

Herbs:

Pharma Drugs:Diabetic medication • Blood pressure medication

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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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