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.)

Zao Shi Xi Yao - 燥湿洗药 - Lotion For Clearing Dampness (Topical)

English: Lotion for Clearing Dampness
Also Known As:

Herbs And Actions

Pharmaceutical Latin Pin Yin Dosage Actions
Cx. Dictamni Bai Xian Pi 30g Clears Damp-Heat and stops itching.
With Ku Shen, for Damp-Heat sores that itch.
Hb. Portulacae Ma Chi Xian 30g Clears Damp-Heat and treats sores
Rx. Sophorae Flavescentis Ku Shen 30g Clears Heat, Disperses Wind, Dries Dampness, Kills parasites, Stops itching.
Cx. Phellodendri Huang Bai 15g Drains Fire and relieves Fire toxicity.
With Cang Zhu, Eliminates Dampness and clears Heat for Damp-Heat sores.
Rz. Atractylodis Cang Zhu 15g Strongly dries Dampness.
With Huang Bai, for atrophy disorder, vaginal discharge and Damp-sores.

Formula Actions

  • Clears Heat
  • Eliminates Dampness

Syndromes

  • Damp-Heat

Clinical Manifestations

  • Itching lesions
  • T: Swollen
  • C: Yellow and sticky
  • P: Floating and rapid

Treats

  • Urticaria
  • Eczema
  • Contact dermatitis
  • Tinea

Contraindications And Herb/Drug Interactions

CONTRAINDICATIONS
HERB/DRUG INTERACTIONS

Notes

Modifications

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