龙齿

Long Chi

Name

Long Chi (Dens Draconis)

Property

Astringent, cool; liver and heart meridians entered.

Actions

Clear heat, relieve restlessness, relieve convulsion and induce tranquilization.

Indications

Insomnia, dreaminess, palpitation, epilepsy, dysphoria with smothery sensation.

Dosage and administration

Decoct 10~15 g. Smash and decoct first. It also can be made into pill or powder. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded into powder for sprinkling or applying.