HOU PO
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Nomenclature
HOU PO
厚朴
Cortex Magnoliae Officinalis
Other Names
Properties:
Bitter Acrid Aromatic
Large Intestine / LI Lung / LU Spleen / SP Stomach / ST
Dosage and Toxicity
3 - 10 gm
Functions
Regulates Qi and reduces stagnation in MJ (esp. food and damp)
Da Cheng Qi Tang, Xiao Cheng Qi Tang
Regulates Qi circulation and dries dampness
Ping Wei San, Huo Po Wen Zhong Tang
Descends Qi, dissolves phlegm, relieves wheezing (Phlegm blocking Lung / LU Qi)
Su Zi Jiang Qi Tang
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Preparation and Processing
Cautions and contraindications
Clinical Research and studies
Formulas that include this herb
Sources
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