Properties:
Bitter
Acrid
Neutral

Channels affected:
Liver
Stomach
Gall Bladder

Uses:
Expels Wind Damp and alleviates pain. Used for Wind Damp Bi syndrome, especially of the extremities. Removes deficiency Heat. Removes jaundice due to Damp Heat. Moistens the intestines and is used to balance the drying nature of other herbs used for Wind Dampness.

Contraindications/precautions:
Contraindicated in cases of frequent urination , chronic pain with emaciation and in cases of Spleen deficiency with diarrhea.