Toad Skin
Cutis Bufonis
Chan Pi

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Bitter; cool

Part(s) used

Skin

Potential toxicity/side effects

Toxic

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To clear heat and resolve toxin, disinhibit water and disperse distention.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Welling abscess and flat abscess, toxin swelling, scrofula, eczema, gan accumulation, chronic trach itis.