兩面針
- ENG
- Shinyleaf Pricklyash Root
- LATIN
- Zanthoxyli Radix
| Medicinal Group | Blood-activating analgesic medicinal |
|---|---|
| Source | Dried root of Zanthoxylum nitidum (Roxb.) DC. (Fam. Rutaceae) |
| Nature and Flavors | bitter, pungent; neutral; slightly toxic |
| Meridian Affinity | Liver, Stomach |
| Actions | To promote the flow of qi to relieve pain, activate blood to eliminate blood stasis, dispel wind and promote blood circulation |
Family
Rutaceae
Part used
Root and Rhizome
Indications
Traumatic injuries, rheumatic arthralgia, stomachache and toothache due to stagnation of qi and blood, venomous snake bite; applied topically for burns and scalds
Cautions
Overdose to be avoided; incompatible with sour taste foods
Report on adverse effect
No Data.
Reference
No Data.
