Barberry Radix
Berberidis Radix, Radix Berberidis
San Ke Zhen

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Bitter; cold; toxic

Part(s) used

Potential toxicity/side effects

Toxic

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

For clearing heat and removing toxic substances

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Damp-heat diarrhea and dysentery; Jaundice; Eczema; Sore throat