coptis
黄连huáng lián · Coptis chinensis
Category
clear Heat, dry Dampness
Nature
cold
Taste
bitter
Meridians
Heart, Spleen, Stomach, Liver, Large Intestine
Dosage
2–5 g
in broth
Functions
clears heat, dries dampness drains fire (especially from the heart and stomach) reduces toxicity
Indications
damp-heat (diarrhea, dysentery) heartburn: restlessness, insomnia heartburn, mouth ulcers
Contraindications
Cold and emptiness of the spleen and stomach ⚠️ very bitter and cold—not for long periods and not in large doses
Notes
One of the most “strongly cooling” herbs: it drains the fire of the heart and stomach and dries up damp-heat; because of its potent nature, it should be used in small doses. Family: Buttercup Family (Ranunculaceae) Part used: rhizome Active constituents: berberine, alkaloids
For education only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified practitioner.