Acanthopanax bark, Wǔ Jiā Pí, 五加皮, Cortex Eleutherococci Gracilistyli

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Health Benefits
For: Chronic weakness of bones and sinews • Edema
Attributes: adaptagenic
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Properties, Actions, Indications, etc.              Category: Wind Damp Bones Tendons 
English: Acanthopanax bark    Pinyin:  Wu Jia Pi      Pharmaceutical: Cortex Eleutherococci Gracilistyli  
Organs: Liver • Kidney      Temperature: Warm  
Taste: Bitter • Pungent      Toxicity:   
Patterns: Damp cold leg Qi • Wind damp cold 
Actions:  Dispel wind • Dry dampness • Strengthen sinews and bones • Promote urination • Reduce edema
Indications: Chronic weakness of bones and sinews • Edema • Scanty urination • Damp cold leg Qi • Kidney and liver deficiency
Contraindications: Yin deficiency heat
Typical Dosage: 4.5g to 15g          Guidelines
Parts Used: Bark       Notable for: Urination Promotion • Edema • Wind damp cold • For elderly or children with motor development delays
Other: Bei Wu Jia Pi (Xiang Jia Pi) are better at promoting urination but is toxic
Combine With Purpose
Formulas with Wu Jia Pi

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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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