State/School

California License Exam, Pacific College Comps

Alias

Long Dan

Pharm Name

Gentianae Radix

Common Name

Manchurian Gentian Root

Category

Clear Heat and Dry Dampness

Ingredients

Taste

Bitter

Pao Zhi

Temperature

Cold

Action / Indication

1. Drains damp-heat from the Liver and Gallbladder channels: for damp-heat in the upper part of the Gallbladder channel with such symptoms as red, swollen, sore throat and eyes, swollen and painful ears, or sudden deafness. Also for damp-heat in the Liver or Gallbladder channels (especially the lower parts) with such symptoms as jaundice, pain, swelling, or dampness in the genital area, or foul-smelling vaginal discharge and itching.
2. Drains and pacifies excessive Liver fire: for Liver fire blazing upward with headache or red eyes. Also for Liver wind-heat with fever, spasms, convulsions, or flank pain.

Treatment Principles

1. Clears Damp-Heat
2. Clears Liver Fire

Contraindication

Contraindicated with diarrhea from Spleen/Stomach deficiency cold, and with qi and blood deficiency. Warning=> may have a sedative effect, causing drowsiness. Take before meals, unless patient complains of sensitive stomach, in which case, take with food. Overdose may cause flushing with headache and dizziness.

Dosages

3-9g, decocted, or in pills or powders. 15g, maximum. Use topically as a powder.

Meridians

GB, LV, ST

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