Common Sinopodophyllm
Sinopodophyllum Hexandrum
Tao Er Qi

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Bitter; slightly acrid; minor warm

Part(s) used

Root and rhizome

Potential toxicity/side effects

Slightly toxic

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To dispel wind and eliminate damp, quicken blood and relieve pain, relieve cough and dispel phlegm.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Wind-damp impediment pain, knocks and falls, menstrual disorder, dysmenorrhea, pain in stomach duct and abdomen, cough.