Uncariae Cum Uncis
Pinyin Mandarin Name
Gou Teng
Common English Name
Gambir
Part of Plant Used
Stems and thorns
Nature
Cool
Taste
Sweet
Meridians Entered
Liver, Heart
Common Usages
This herb is used in formulas that treat high blood pressure, headaches, red eyes, irritability and dizziness (TCM: Liver Yang rising); also has been found useful in treating tremors, seizures, and Blood toxicity during pregnancy or childbirth (TCM: Liver heat with internal Liver wind).医学全.在线www.med126.com
Traditional Usages and Functions
Extinguishes wind and alleviates spasms; quells heat and pacifies Liver; releases exterior.
Common Formulas Used In
Leonuris and Achyranthes
Processing Required
-
Remarks
When preparing as a tea, add Uncaria last.
Cautions in Use
None
