Sundance Acupuncture

Herb & Acupuncture Database

(This is my own personal database of teachers, teachings and notes that I use in my practice. I’ve decided to share it freely with anyone who would like to reference it.)

Leprosy #2

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Also Known As:

Herbs And Actions

Pharmaceutical Latin Pin Yin Dosage Actions
Flos Sophorae Flavescentis Ku Shen 3-15g Clears Heat, dries Dampness, disperses Wind, kills parasites and stops itching.
Sm. Hydnocarpi Da Feng Zi 0.3-1g Attacks toxicity, Dries Dampness, Expels Wind, Kills parasites.
Fr. Xanthii Cang Er Zi 3-10g Disperses Wind and dispels Dampness.

Formula Actions

  • Clears Heat
  • Dries Dampness
  • Disperses Wind
  • Kills parasites
  • Stops itching

Syndromes

  • Wind-Damp skin lesions

Clinical Manifestations

  • Disfiguring skin sores
  • Peripheral nerve damage
  • Progressive debilitation

Treats

  • Leprosy

Contraindications And Herb/Drug Interactions

CONTRAINDICATIONS
HERB/DRUG INTERACTIONS

Notes

Modifications

For a stronger effect:
+ Agkistrodon/Bungarus Bai Hua She
Or
+ Sp. Gleditsiae Zao Jiao Ci
Or
+ Scorpio Quan Xie

For educational reference only; not a substitute for care from a qualified practitioner.