Burdock Fruit, Niú Bàng zi, 牛蒡子, Fruitus Arctii
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Space USA: Arctium lappa L. USDA Zones: Native: Habitats: Herbal medicine may interact negatively with pharma drugs and other herbs. Examples below: Herbs: Pharma Drugs:
Health Benefits
For: High fever • Sore throat • Early stage measles • Constipation
Attributes: Antidiabetic • Antipyretic • Antibiotic • Anti-inflammatory • Diuretic
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Other Names: Da Li Zi • Arctium
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Pharmacopeias: Ming Yi Za Zhu
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Arctium lappa L. is not in the USDA Plant Database. Drill down via USDA Interactive Map:
Category: Release Exterior Wind Heat
English: Burdock Fruit Pinyin: Niu Bang Zi Pharmaceutical: Fruitus Arctii
Organs: Lung • Stomach Temperature: Cold
Taste: Pungent • Bitter Toxicity:
Patterns: Wind heat • Exterior heat • Interior heat
Actions: Clear heat • Release exterior • Ease sore throat • Resolve toxicity • Moisten intestines • Vent rashes • Promote bowel movement
Indications: Severe fever • Mild chills • Sore throat • Red eyes • Rashes • Early stage measles • Constipation
Contraindications: Spleen Qi deficiency with loose stools
Typical Dosage: 6g to 12g • Ground before decoting Guidelines
Parts Used: Seeds
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Be cautions with all medicine.
Potential Drug Interactions
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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