Properties:
Sweet
Salty
Slightly Cold

Channels affected:
Lung
Liver

Uses:
Disperses Wind and clears Heat, used in cases of Wind Heat with sore throat and loss of voice. Brings rashes to the exterior. Clears the eyes and removes visual obstructions. Stops spasms, used in cases of childhood febrile diseases that cause convulsions, spasms or night terrors.

Contraindications/precautions:
Contraindicated in deficiency exterior conditions and Yin deficiency with Heat.