Single Herb Glossary
Mì Méng Huā 密蒙花
| Pharmaceutical name | Buddlejae Flos Buddleja (officinalis) flower bud |
| Category | Clear Heat, Drain Fire |
| Key Properties | Benefits the eyes by Tonifying LV Yin & Cooling LV Heat |
| Properties | Sweet Sl. Cool |
| Tropism | LV |
| Actions & Indications | 1) Clears Liver, Brightens Eyes, Reduces Superficial Visual Obstruction (redness, obstruction, light sensitivity) |
| Dosages | 3-9g |
| Contraindications (TCM) | |
| Contraindications (Western) | |
| Chemical Composition | Buddleoglucoside, linarin, acaciin, acacetin, p-meth-oxycinnamoylaucubin, p-methoxycinnamoylcatapol, catalposide, catalpol, aucubin, echinacoside, acteoside |
| Pharmacological Effects | • Antispasmodic: acacetin has mild action to relieve muscle spasms in rats; when given as intravenous injection at 40 mg/kg, relaxes smooth muscle of the bile duct • Diuretic: intravenous injection of Mi Meng Hua preparation increases urine output by up to 75% in rabbits within 25 to 30 minutes |
| Herb-Drug Interactions | • Diuretics: concurrent use with diuretic drugs may lead to increased elimination of water and/or electrolytes |
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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.