Single Herb Glossary
Zhè Bèi Mǔ 浙貝母
| Pharmaceutical name | Fritillariae thunbergii Bulbus Zhejiang fritillaria bulb, Thunberg fritillaria bulb, "shell mother from Zhe[jiang]" |
| Category | Transform Phlegm Heat |
| Key Properties | Cold, Drains Heat Transforms Phlegm Heat Releases Constraint Dissipate Nodules, especially in Neck & Breast |
| Properties | Bitter Cold |
| Tropism | HT, LU |
| Actions & Indications | 1) Clears & Transforms Phlegm-Heat (cough) 2) Clears Heat & Dissipate Nodules (scrofula, breast swelling) |
| Dosages | 4.5-9g |
| Contraindications (TCM) | CI: Unsuitable for problems associated with cold-phlegm or damp-phlegm |
| Contraindications (Western) | |
| Chemical Composition | Peimine, peiminine, peimidine, peimiphine, peimisine, peimitidine, peiminoside, and propeimine |
| Pharmacological Effects | • Antitussive: peimine and peiminine have marked antitussive effects in rats • Effects on smooth muscle: in laboratory studies, a low concentration of Zhe Bei Mu associated with relaxation of bronchial muscles, while a high concentration associated with contraction |
| Herb-Drug Interactions | • Incompatible with Fu Zi, Wu Tou, and Cao Wu |
| Classical Formula(s) |
Sang Xing Tang (Mulberry Leaf and Apricot Kernel Decoction) 桑杏湯 Xian Fang Huo Ming Yin (Immortals Formula for Sustaining Life) 仙方活命飲 |
This information is a reference tool for Chinese herbal studies. It is not intended to replace professional medical advice. Please consult a primary health professional if you require health advisory.