Single Herb Glossary
Xuán Fù Huā 旋覆花
| Pharmaceutical name | Inulae Flos insula flower "rotated, upturned flower" |
| Category | Transform Phlegm-Cold |
| Key Properties | Directs Qi Downward to Stop Cough, Softens Hardened Phlegm to Break Up Clumped Accumulations, Promotes the Dissipation of Pathogenic Water |
| Properties | Bitter Acrid Salty Sl. Warm |
| Tropism | LV, LU, ST, SP |
| Actions & Indications | 1) Reduce Phlegm & Promote Dissipation of Pathogenic Water 2) Redirects the Qi Downward and Stops Vomiting |
| Dosages | 3-9g |
| Contraindications (TCM) | CI: In appropriate for dry cough due to yin deficiency or for debilitated patients with loose stools from Sp Def |
| Contraindications (Western) | Reports of allergic dermatitis and diarrhea |
| Chemical Composition | Quercetin, isoquercetin, caffeic acid, chlorogenic acid, taraxasterol, britannin, inulicin |
| Pharmacological Effects | • Antiasthmatic and antitussive: intraperitoneal injection of water extract associated with marked antiasthmatic and antitussive effects; has been proposed that herb relieves wheezing and asthma by relaxing the bronchiole; no expectorant effect observed • Diuretic: mild diuretic effect • Antibiotic: inhibitory effect against S. aureus, Bacillus anthracis, and Bacillus dysenteriae |
| Herb-Drug Interactions | • Diuretics: mild diuretic action; concurrent use with diuretic drugs may lead to increased elimination of water and/or electrolytes |
| Classical Formula(s) |
Xiang Fu Xuan Fu Hua Tang (Cyperus and Inula Decoction) 香附旋覆花湯 |
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.