Single Herb Glossary
Deng Xin Cao 燈心草
| Pharmaceutical name | Junci Medulla Juncos pith Rush pith |
| Category | Drain Damp |
| Key Properties | Direct heat from heart and lungs downward and out through urine, unblock fluid pathway |
| Properties | Sweet Bland Slightly cold |
| Tropism | HT, LU, SI |
| Actions & Indications | 1) promotes urination, unblock Lin 2) clear heart, direct fire downwards |
| Dosages | 1.5-4.5g |
| Contraindications (TCM) | Deficiency and Cold in the middle jiao or urinary incontinence |
| Contraindications (Western) | |
| Chemical Composition | Araban, xylan, methyl pentosan, luteolin, luteolin-7-glucoside, tripeptide, effusol |
| Pharmacological Effects | |
| Herb-Drug Interactions | |
| Classical Formula(s) |
Ba Zheng San (Eight Herb Powder for Rectification) 八正散 Ding Xian Wan (delete Zhu Sha)(Arrest Seizures Pill) 定涎丸（減硃砂） |
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.