XIONG HUANG
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Nomenclature
XIONG HUANG
雄黃
Realgar
Other Names
Properties:
Acrid Bitter
Heart / HT Liver / LR Kidney / KD
Dosage and Toxicity
Toxic
0.15 – 0.30 gm ONLY AS PILL
Functions
Eliminates toxins, dries dampness (sores and ulcers, fungal infections, insect or animal bites, syphilitic chancres)
Kills parasites (internal use)
Eliminates Phlegm, treats malaria and settles wind
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Preparation and Processing
Cautions and contraindications
Clinical Research and studies
Formulas that include this herb
Sources
Footnotes: Should Never be cooked or mixed with hot water because it turns to arsenic