Dictamnus, Bái Xiān Pí, 白鲜皮, Cortex Dictamni
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Space USA: Dictamnus dasycarpus Turcz. USDA Zones: Native: Habitats: Herbal medicine may interact negatively with pharma drugs and other herbs. Examples below: Herbs: Pharma Drugs:Cancer related drugs
Health Benefits
For: Skin itch • Jaundice • Vaginal discharge • Bi pain
Attributes: Cardiotonic • Anti-fungal
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Constituents:
Dictamnine • Skimmianine • Campesterol • Sitosterol • Limonin • Fraxinellore • Rutaevin • Obacunone • Dictamnolactone
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Pharmacopeias: Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing
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Dictamnus dasycarpus Turcz. is not in the USDA Plant Database. Drill down via USDA Interactive Map:
Category: Clear Heat Resolve Toxins
English: Dictamnus Pinyin: Bai Xian Pi Pharmaceutical: Cortex Dictamni
Organs: Spleen • Stomach Temperature: Cold Taste: Bitter Toxicity:
Actions: Clear heat • Resolve toxins • Expel wind heat • Dry damp heat • Alleviate itching
Indications: Damp heat in the blood leading to skin lesions, sores, jaundice, vaginal discharge • Bi pain • Wind heat • Damp heat in blood vessels
Contraindications: Poor liver function • Possible allergic reaction • Use with high caution
Typical Dosage: 4.5g - 9g Guidelines
Parts Used: Bark Notable for:
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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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