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解表药 · Releasing the exterior

Schizonepeta jīng jiè · 荆芥

Schizonepeta tenuifolia

Nature and flavour. Pungent, slightly warm; Lung and Liver systems.

Traditionally described as a mild, gently dispersing herb for early-stage exterior conditions; the charred form is used topically in classical practice.

性味归经。辛,微温;归肺、肝经。

传统用于外感初起,性质平和善于疏散;炒炭后在古籍中亦作外用。

Classical category · no formulas, no dosages, no herb-drug combinations are given.
Safety. Generally described as mild. Essential-oil-rich herbs can cause skin sensitisation when applied topically.

一般认为性质平和。含挥发油类药材外用时可能引起皮肤过敏。

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