Single Herb Glossary
Shè Gān 射幹
| Pharmaceutical name | Belamcandae Rhizoma Belamcanda chinensis rhizome |
| Category | Clear Heat, Resolve Toxicity |
| Key Properties | Clears Heat Toxins; Reduce throat swelling; Transforms phlegm |
| Properties | Bitter Cold |
| Tropism | LU |
| Actions & Indications | 1) Clear Heat, Relieve Toxins, Improves Throat Conditions (throat swelling) 2) Transforms Phlegm & Clears the Lungs (Phlegm-Fire throat heat) |
| Dosages | 3-9g |
| Contraindications (TCM) | CI: pregnancy; caution with Def & Cold of Sp/St |
| Contraindications (Western) | |
| Chemical Composition | Tectoridin, tectorigenin, irigenin, belamcadin, iridin, mangiferin, iristectorin A, B; tectoruside, embinin |
| Pharmacological Effects | • Antiviral: according to one report, 100% extract has inhibitory effect on dermatophytes and influenza viruses |
| Herb-Drug Interactions | |
| Classical Formula(s) |
Gan Lu Xiao Du Dan (Sweet Dew Special Pill to Eliminate Toxin) 甘露消毒丹 Bie Jia Jian Wan (delete Qiang Lang) (Soft-Shelled Turtle Dec) 鳖甲煎丸 （减蜣螂） |
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.