Common Peganum
Peganum Harmala
Luo Tuo Peng

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Acrid; bitter; neutral

Part(s) used

Whole herb

Potential toxicity/side effects

Toxic

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To diffuse lung qi, dispel wind-damp, disperse swelling toxin.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Cough and shortness of breath, wind-damp impediment pain, itchy skin, innominate toxin swelling.