Single Herb Glossary
Xiāng Rú 香薷
| Pharmaceutical name | Moslae Herba aromatic madder |
| Category | Warm, Acrid, Release the Exterior |
| Key Properties | Acrid & warm; Assist Yang qi (Expel Wind); Ok in hot summer; Harmonize SP, transform Damp |
| Properties | Acrid, Aromatic Sl. Warm |
| Tropism | LU, ST |
| Actions & Indications | 1) Induce sweating, release Exterior (Wind-Cold (summer) w/ Damp) 2) Promote urination, reduce swelling (edema, dysuria) |
| Dosages | 3-9 g |
| Contraindications (TCM) | CI: Acrid & sl. Warm, may damage Qi and Yin; do not drink as tea on daily or long-term basis; warm decoction may causes vomiting (alleviated by adding Xing Ren, Huang Lian, Huang Qin & other bitter/descending herbs) (Exterior def. with sweating) |
| Contraindications (Western) | |
| Chemical Composition | Essential oils 0.1-0.9% (carvacrol, m-cymene, p-cymene, o-cymene, r-terpinene, humulene, α-phellandrene, β-ionone, α-terpineol, eugenol, credrol), quercetin, apigenin, 2-methylbaicalein, ursolic acid, syringic acid, caffeic acid |
| Pharmacological Effects | • Antipyretic: essential oil has antipyretic and diaphoretic effects • Gastrointestinal: stimulates secretion of gastric acid, inhibits peristalsis in mice, rats, guinea pigs • Antibiotic: inhibits E. coli, S. aureus, β-hemolytic streptococcus, some dermatomyces • Others: possibly expectorant and diuretic effects |
| Herb-Drug Interactions | |
| Classical Formula(s) |
Xin Jia Xiang Ru Yin (Newly Augmented Mosla Drink) 新加香薷飲 |
This information is a reference tool for Chinese herbal studies. It is not intended to replace professional medical advice. Please consult a primary health professional if you require health advisory.