Trichosanthes Kirilowll (Gua Lou Pi)

Alias: Trichosanthes Kirilowii, Gua Lou Pi, Gourd Peel, Tian Hua Fen

Taste: Sweet, Cold

Pharmacological Effects:

Gua Lou Pi (Trichosanthes Kirilowii) is well-known for its ability to clear heat, transform phlegm, open the channels, and relieve pain. It is commonly used to treat conditions caused by phlegm-heat stagnation, such as cough, wheezing, chest tightness, and excessive phlegm. Gua Lou Pi helps clear heat, transform phlegm, and expel toxins from the body, alleviating lung problems caused by phlegm-dampness.

Additionally, Gua Lou Pi has a beneficial effect on relieving pain and promoting blood circulation. It is frequently used for conditions caused by obstructed channels, such as chest pain, rib pain, and numbness in the limbs. By opening the channels and promoting the flow of Qi and blood, it helps relieve pain caused by stagnation of Qi and blood.

Modern research shows that Gua Lou Pi contains various bioactive compounds, such as trichosanthin saponins and flavonoids, which have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial, and anti-tumor effects. It not only helps resolve phlegm and cough, but also has heat-clearing, detoxifying, and immune-regulating properties, enhancing the body's resistance to disease.