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Galli Faeces Albae

White chicken’s droppings

鸡屎白 〔雞屎白〕 jī shǐ bái

Kingdom: Animal

Origin in PRC Pharmacopoeia: Gallus gallus domesticus Brisson. (PRC Pharmacopoeia)

Origin in unofficial sources: Gallus gallus domesticus Brisson

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Bitter and salty; cool; nontoxic*.

Channel entry: Bladder channel.*

Actions and indications: Disinhibits water, drains heat, dispels wind, and resolves toxin. Treats drum distension; accumulations and gatherings; jaundice; strangury; wind impediment (fēng bì); lockjaw; hypertonicity of the sinews.

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