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.)

Gou Bao - 狗宝 - Calculus Canis

Pharmaceutical Latin:	Calculus Canis
Common English:	Dog Gall Bladder, Kidney or Bladder Stone

Category

Herbs that Regulate Qi: Herbs that Descend Qi

Properties

Taste	Temperature	Entering Meridians	Dosage
Sweet Salty	Neutral	Spleen Stomach Heart	Powder: 0.9-1.5g

Actions And Indications

Actions	Indications/Syndromes
Directs Qi downward	Regurgitation, dysphagia
Dispels melancholy	Melancholy
Removes toxicity	Sores and boils

Contraindications, Incompatibilities And Herb/Drug Interactions

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Contraindicated for for those with weakness of the Spleen and Stomach
Contraindicated for for those with Deficiency of Qi and Blood.

INCOMPATIBILITIES

HERB/DRUG INTERACTIONS

Major Combinations

Notes

It is also reported to treat osteomyelitis, watery diarrhea and toothache from Cold in the face.
It is applied to wounds that are blackened and swollen.
Mixed with vinegar and applied, it is said to remove scars.

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