Folium Turpiniae

Shan Xiang Yuan Ye

Name

Shan Xiang Yuan Ye (Folium Turpiniae)

Property

Bitter, cold; lung and liver meridians entered.

Actions

Clear heat and remove toxicity, relieve sore throat and resolve swelling, activate blood and alleviate pain.

Indications

Sores and boils, traumatic injury, sore throat, pharyngitis, tonsillitis.

Dosage and administration

Decoct 15~30 g. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying with fresh product.