INDIVIDUAL HERBS

Pharmaceutical Latin: Caulis Tinosporae Sinensis
Caulis Cissi
Common English: Chinese Tinospora Stem
Herbs that Dispel Wind-Dampness
Taste Temperature Entering Meridians Dosage
Bitter
(Sweet)
Slightly Cold
(Neutral)
Liver
9-30g
Actions Indications/Syndromes

Dispels Wind-Dampness and relaxes the sinews

Hot Bi, especially cramping and stiffness

Relaxes the sinews and unblocks the channels

Redness, swelling, Heat and pain associated with traumatic injury

CONTRAINDICATIONS
  • Contraindicated during pregnancy.
  • Contraindicated for postpartum women.
INCOMPATIBILITIES
HERB/DRUG INTERACTIONS

Caul. Spatholobi
Ji Xue Teng

Rx. Rehmanniae
Sheng Di Huang
Cx. Moutan Radicis
Mu Dan Pi
Olibanum
Ru Xiang
Myrrh
Mo Yao

Lower back pain or pain in the joints and legs due to Wind-Damp Bi

Localized Heat, redness, swelling and pain due to traumatic injury

 

  1. This herb also kills parasites.
  2. It can be applied topically where there is injury to the sinews or bones.