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Coptis
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COPTIS
Chinese
Goldthread & Huang Lian
Coptis chinensis
Liquid extract of dried rhizome. |
Actions: Clears heat and dampness. Astringent.
Anti-inflammatory. Antibacterial, antiviral and antiprotozoal. Cholagogue.
Removes toxins and wastes from blood.
Uses: Infections and fevers – especially bacterial
dysentery, hepatitis, respiratory infections, typhoid fever, and trichomal
vaginitis (as douche). Astringent to ulcerations associated with gastroenteritis
(inflammation of stomach and intestines) and colitis. Hemostatic for
nosebleed and blood in urine, stool, sputum and vomit. Blood purifier
for septicemia, carbuncles and abscesses, eruptive dermatitis and eczema.
Chronic inflammation of stomach and intestines, and associated bad breath
and putrid belching. Topically used as astringent disinfectant to wound,
infections, ulcerations, skin eruptions, and ulcerations of mouth and
throat (rinse or gargle).
Dose: Take 30 to 40 drops, 3 to 5 times per day. In
acute fevers and infections 50 to 70 drops per dose can be taken for
no more than 3 days. Topically apply full-strength extract if well tolerated,
or dilute with 2 or 3 parts water. As a gargle, mix drops in a little
water and gargle several times per day.
Cautions: Consult a qualified midwife or physician
before taking during pregnancy.
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