Fermented Soybean
Sojae Semen Praeparatum, Semen Sojae Praeparatum
Dan Dou Chi

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Bitter; pungent; cool

Part(s) used

Fermented processed products of seeds

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To induce diaphoresis, to ease the mind, and to relieve fever.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Treatment of chills, fever and headache in colds and influenza, vexation, oppressed feeling in the chest and insomnia.