Single Herb Glossary
Bái Jiè Zǐ 白芥子
| Pharmaceutical name | Sinapis Semen white mustard seed |
| Category | Transform Phlegm-Cold |
| Key Properties | Penetrates the Yin to restore movement to the Yang Transforms Cold-Phlegm Dissipates Clumps |
| Properties | Acrid Warm |
| Tropism | LU |
| Actions & Indications | 1) Warms the Lungs, Regulates Qi, & Expels Phlegm 2) Promotes Movement of Qi, Disperses Clumps, Unblocks the Collaterals, & Stops Pain |
| Dosages | 3-9g. Do not decoct for a long period of time. |
| Contraindications (TCM) | Chronic cough from Lung Deficiency or Flaring of Fire due to either Yin Deficiency or blazing ST Fire. Over dosage readily causes diarrhea. |
| Contraindications (Western) | Topical application irritates skin, may cause allergic reactions or blisters Should be kept away from eyes Caution with sensititive skin |
| Chemical Composition | Sinalbin, sinapine, myrosin, lipids, protein |
| Pharmacological Effects | • Expectorant: associated with expectorant effect • Dermatological: direct contact has stimulating effect on skin, causing redness, swelling, and formation of blisters; when used as topical application, should not be left on skin for more than 15 to 30 minutes • Antibiotic: water extract has inhibitory influence against some pathogenic fungi and dermatophytes |
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| Classical Formula(s) |
San Zi Yang Qin Tang (Three seed Decoction to Nourish One's Parents) 三子養親湯 |
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.