Japanese Barberry
Berberis Thunbergii
Ri Ben Xiao Bo

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Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Part(s) used

Root, root cortex, stem-leaf

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To clear heat and dry damp, drain fire and resolve toxin.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Damp-heat diarrhea dysentery, stomach heat pain, red eyes with gall, mouth sore, swelling pain in throat, acute eczema, scalds.