Xun Gu Feng

1 TASTE
Pungent, bitter and neutral

2 MERIDIANS
Liver

3 FUNCTIONS
1.To dispel wind and dampness; 2. To clear the channels and collaterals; 3. To stop pain

4 INDICATIONS
Wind-damp obstruction syndrome manifested as joint pain, numbness of the limbs, tendon and muscle spasms and pain from external injury. Hairy birthwort (Xun Gu Feng) may be used alone in decoction or slaked in wine, or with other herbs that dispel wind and dampness.

5 DOSAGE
5-10 g