牛蒡子
Great Burdock Fruit
牛蒡子niú bàng zǐ · Arctium lappa (fruit)
Category
release exterior (Wind-Heat)
Nature
cool
Taste
pungent, bitter
Meridians
Lung, Stomach
Dosage
3–9 g
Functions
disperses Wind-Heat vents rashes and eruptions (e.g. measles) relieves toxicity, benefits the throat moistens the intestines
Indications
Wind-Heat: fever, cough, sore red swollen throat incompletely expressed measles or rashes mumps, toxic swellings and sores constipation accompanying Wind-Heat
Contraindications
⚠️ use with caution in Spleen deficiency with loose stools (it is cool and moistens the intestines)
Notes
Often paired with jīng jiè and bò hé for Wind-Heat sore throat.
For education only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified practitioner.