Root of Fourstamen Stephania, Fourstamen Stephania Root
Stephaniae Tetrandrae Radix, Radix Stephaniae Tetrandrae
Fang Ji

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Bitter; cold

Part(s) used

Root

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To cause diuresis and to relieve rheumatic conditions.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Beriberi with edema, inhibited urination, eczema, sore toxin, wind-damp impediment pain, hypertension, adjuvant in anesthesia.