Tendrilled Fritillaria Bulb, Chuān Bèi Mǔ, 川贝母,

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Category: Phlegm Heat 
English: Tendrilled Fritillaria Bulb    Pinyin:  Chuan Bei Mu      Pharmaceutical: Bulbus Fritillariae Cirrhosae  
Organs: Lung • Heart      Temperature: Slightly Cold  
Taste: Bitter • Sweet      Toxicity:   
Patterns:  
Actions:  Moisten lung • Stop chronic dry cough • Clear heat • Dissipate nodules • Clear abscess
Indications: Chronic cough from yin deficiency • Hot dry phlegm • Phlegm fire • Sores • Nodules • Breast abscess • Lung abscess
Contraindications: Phlegm-cold
Typical Dosage: 3g to 12g          Guidelines
Parts Used: bulb       Notable for: Moisten Lung • Cough: Dry • Nodules
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Combine With Purpose
Formulas with Chuan Bei Mu
Bei Mu San • Chuan Bei Pi Pa Lu • Er Mu San • Xiao Luo Wan

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Potential Drug Interactions

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

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Pharma Drugs:Bulbus Fritillaria cirrhosa

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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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