Man Jing Zi

Cool, Pungent Herbs that Release the Exterior

 

 

Channels: BL, LIV, ST

Properties: Bitter, Spicy, Cool

Common: Vitex Fruit

Latin: Fructus Viticis

 

Actions:

  • Clears heat and disperses wind: for wind-heat common cold, especially if the main complaint is headache or eye pain.
  • Clears wind and heat in the liver channel: treats excessive tearing, cataract, night-blindness, and blood-shot eyes.
  • Drains dampness and expels wind: for wind-damp bi pain and spasms in the limbs with numbness, cramping, and a heavy sensation.

Contraindications:

  • Caution in cases of headache due to blood and yin Deficiency, and stomach qi Deficiency. Traditionally this herb is not recommended with Radix Aconiti (wu tuo) and Gypsum (shi gao).

Dosage:

  • 6-12g. Part used = fruit.