Qiang Huo

Notopterygium Root
Qiang Huo
Pharmaceutical Name: Rhizoma et Radix Notopterygii
Properties: acrid, bitter, aromatic, warm
Channels entered: Bladder, Kidney
Actions & Clinical Applications:
1. Relieves the exterior, dissipates cold and damp, induces sweating
2. Expels Wind-Damp Bi in the upper body
3. Guides the Qi to the Tai Yang and Du channels
Dosage & Administration: 3 - 10g
Notes: Overdose may cause nausea and vomiting