Peucedani Radix (Qian Hu)
Alias: Peucedani Radix, Qian Hu, Sea Ho, Hu Huang Lian
Taste: Pungent, Bitter, Slightly Cold
Pharmacological Effects:
The main components of Qian Hu Pian (Peucedani Radix) have significant effects such as heat-clearing, phlegm-resolving, lung-expanding, and cough-relieving properties. It is commonly used to treat cough, wheezing, and difficulty in expectorating phlegm caused by wind-heat or damp-phlegm. Qian Hu works by promoting the flow of lung qi and resolving phlegm, helping to alleviate coughing and respiratory distress caused by obstructed lung qi.
Additionally, Qian Hu Pian has detoxifying effects, making it useful for treating upper respiratory infections caused by heat-toxicity, such as sore throat and tonsillitis. Its pungent and bitter qualities help to dispel wind-heat from the body, reduce inflammation, and relieve swelling.
Modern research shows that Qian Hu Pian has antibacterial, antiviral, and antioxidant properties. It helps eliminate dampness and toxins from the body, enhances immune function, and helps prevent infections. Furthermore, Qian Hu Pian has potential blood pressure-lowering and cardiovascular-protective effects, offering supplementary benefits for patients with hypertension.
Disclaimer
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