Antifebrile Dichroa Root

1.Checks malarial conditions. 2.Induces vomiting to expel phlegm in the chest. Antifebrile Dichroa Root (Root) Latin name: Radix Dichroae English name:Antifebrile Dichroa Root Chinese PinYin name:Chang Shan Part Used & Method for Pharmaceutical Preparations The roots are dug in autumn. After the fibrous roots have been removed, the roots are dried in the sun and cut into slices. They can also be fried with wine. Properties & Taste Bitter, pungent, cold and toxic Meridians Lung, heart and liver Functions To expel phlegm and relieve malaria Indications & Combinations Malaria. Dichroa root (Changshan) is used with Tsaoko (Caoguo), Anemarrhena rhizome (Zhimu) and Areca seed (Binglang). Dosage 5-10 g Cautions & Contraindications This herb may cause vomiting and nausea; it should be used with caution, especially with weak patients.