California License Exam, Pacific College Comps, Yo San University
Pharm Name
Sophorae tonkinensis Radix
Common Name
Vietnamese Sophora Root
Category
Clear Heat & Resolve Toxicity
Ingredients
Taste
Bitter
Pao Zhi
Temperature
Cold
Action / Indication
Clears heat, resolves fire toxicity, and improves the condition of the throat: for swollen, painful throat. Can be used alone, both internally and as a gargle.
Clear heat, resolves fire toxicity, and disperses swellings: for abscesses and other toxic sores. Also used for cancers, especially of the throat and lungs.
Treatment Principles
Clears Heat
Resolves Fire Toxicty
Contraindication
Spleen/Stomach deficiency.
Dosages
6-9g. May be used as a gargle
Meridians
LU
Tom's Comment
Shan Dou Gen is commonly used for severe sore throat but is very cold and often can hurt the Stomach in susceptible patients.