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Information About The Herb Bupleurum
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Botanical Name: Bupleurum falcatum
Common Name: Chai Hu, Hare's Ear Root
Plant Family: Apiaceae
Origin: China
History: It is used in Chinese Medicine.
Contains:
- Tripenoid Saponins
- saikosaponin a
- saikosaponin b1
- saikosaponin b2
- saikosaponin b3
- saikosaponin b4
- saikosaponin c
- saikosaponin d
- saikosaponin e
- saikosaponin f
- Polysaccharides
- Bupleurans
Dosage:
Recommended dosage is as follows:
- 1-5-6g/day dried root
- 3-12mL/day 1:2 fluid extract
Medicinal Parts Used: Root
Bupleurum is commonly used for:
Female Conditions
- irregular menstruation
- prolapse of the uterus
Gastrointestinal Conditions
- prolapse of the rectum
- regulates gastrointestinal function
Immune System Conditions
- acute infections
- autoimmune diseases involving the liver or kidneys
Inflammatory Conditions
- chronic inflammatory disorders
Liver Conditions
- acute and chronic liver disease
- chemical liver damage
- enlarged liver
- poor liver function
- restores liver function
Respiratory Tract Conditions
- chronic cough
- common cold with chills and fever
Other Conditions
- debility
- Often combined with Astragalus for debility and prolapse
Action:
- anti-inflammatory [an agent to ease inflammation]
- antitussive [an agent that relieves coughing]
- bitter [applied to bitter tasting drugs which act on the mucous membranes of the mouth and stomach to increase appetite and promote digestion] and cool
- diaphoretic [an agent that promotes perspiration]
- hepatoprotecive [protects the liver]
Caution:
- In some people it can cause:
- increase in bowel movement and flatulence
- slight sedative effect
Drug Interactions:
Do not use Bupleurum without first talking to your practitioner or healthcare provider if your taking any of the following medications:
- None Known
Global Herbal Supplies has Bupleurum available in the following forms:
Information given by our website is provided for informational purposes and is not meant to substitute for the advice provided by a physician or other medical professionals. You should not use the information given for diagnosing a health problem or disease. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, promptly contact your health care provider. The above information is just a guide to general circumstances and in no way should it contradict the advice that you have been given by your naturopath, medical doctor or specialist.
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