Aromatic Herbs that Transform Dampness 

Channels: SP, ST

Properties: Spicy, Neutral

Common: Eupatorium

Latin: Herba Eupatorii Fortunei

Functions:

1. To transform dampness;
2. To release summer-heat

Indications & Combinations:

1. Dampness blocking spleen and stomach manifested as epigastric and abdominal distension and fullness, nausea, vomiting and poor appetite; Peilan is used with Huoxiang, Cangzhu, Houpo and Baidoukou.
2. Invasion by exogenous summer-heat and dampness or early stage of damp-heat febrile diseases manifested as stifling sensation in the chest, absence of hunger, low-grade fever and sallow complexion. Peilan is used with Huoxiang, Qinghao, Huashi and Yiyiren.

Dosage:

• 5-10 g