TCM: Listed under “Herbs that clear Heat”, in “Herbs that clear Heat and resolve Toxicity” bitter and cold Dictamnus desycarpus, (bai xian pi) enters the Spleen and Stomach channels. It eliminates Fire and Toxins, clears Heat and eliminates Damp from the lower Burner and the skin , clears sores, relieves painful obstruction accompanied by jaundice, dispels Wind to relieve itching and inhibits fungi.
General: Anti-febrile, antimicrobial, and antipruritic actions in the treatment oof skin diseases with excessive secretion and itching. Also for juandice and arthritis in acute rheumatic disease.
Medicinal properties
Use caution in patients with poor liver function.