Single Herb Glossary
Wú Gōng 蜈蚣
| Pharmaceutical name | Scolopendra centipede, scolopendra |
| Category | Extinguish Wind and Stop Tremors |
| Key Properties | Extinguishes Wind Stops Spasms, Seizures, & Convulsions |
| Properties | Acrid Warm Toxic |
| Tropism | LV |
| Actions & Indications | 1) Extinguishes Wind and Stops Spasms & Convulsions 2) Attacks Toxin & Dissipates Nodules 3) Unblocks Collaterals & Stops Pain (migraine/Bi) |
| Dosages | 1-3g decoctions; 0.6-1g powdered & swallowed |
| Contraindications (TCM) | CI: pregnancy, Blood Def or chronic cihldhood convulsion; do not exceed recommended dose |
| Contraindications (Western) | |
| Chemical Composition | 235-hydroxylysine, taurine, hydroxylysine, chitin, chitosan, glucosamine |
| Pharmacological Effects | • Antineoplastic: demonstrated antineoplastic effects in vitro • Antibiotic: inhibitory effect against S. aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Candida albicans, and dermatophytes • Antiseizure: has marked preventative and treatment actions against seizures induced by various drugs; effect of herb is slightly stronger than Quan Xie (Scorpio) |
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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.