Prepared Wild Aconite, Cǎo Wū (Zhì), 草乌 (制), Radix Aconiti Kusnezoffii Preparata

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Category: Warm Interior Expel Cold 
English: Prepared Wild Aconite    Pinyin:  Cao Wu (Zhi)      Pharmaceutical: Radix Aconiti Kusnezoffii Preparata  
Organs: Heart • Liver • Spleen      Temperature: Hot  
Taste: Pungent • Bitter      Toxicity: Highly Toxic  
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Actions:  Dispel cold • Alleviate pain • Dry dampness
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Contraindications: Pregnancy • Incompatible with Bei Mu, Ban Xia, Gua Lou Shi, Bai Lian, Bai Ji
Typical Dosage: 1.5g - 3g          Guidelines
Parts Used:       Notable for: Mostly used topically for pain
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Herbal medicine may interact negatively with pharma drugs and other herbs.  Examples below:

Herbs: Incompatible with: Bai Ji, Bai Lian, Ban Xia, Chuan Bei Mu, Gua Lou, Gua Lou Pi, Gua Lou Ren, Tian Hua Fen, Zhe Bei Mu • Antagonizes Xi Jiao

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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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