Back to previous page Search again ↑

Latin pharmacognostic name: Bufonis Corium

Kingdom: Animal

Origin in PRC Pharmacopoeia: Bufo bufo gargarizans Cantor; Bufo melanostictus Schneider. (PRC Pharmacopoeia)

Origin (other sources): Bufo bufo gargarizans Cantor; Bufo melanostictus Schneider

Use: Medicinal

Category: External-use agents / Toxin-attacking, worm-killing, and itch-relieving agents

Properties: Acrid*; cool*; slightly toxic*.

Indications:

Clears heat and resolves toxin; disinhibits water and disperses distension.

toxin swelling of welling- and flat-abscesses (yōng jū); abdominal distension in gān accumulation; scrofula; tumors.

Dosage & Method: Oral: Decoct 3–6g or use as a powder. Topical: Apply as a powder.

See also: Chán chú (蟾蜍 Bufo Siccus , dried toad)

Back to previous page Search again