Peking Euphorbia Root … Classic Formulas
Jing Da Ji · Radix Euphorbiae Pekinensis
Primary Actions
- Drastically purges water and expels Phlegm-fluid retention; used for severe edema, ascites, and pleural effusion
- Reduces swelling and disperses nodules for carbuncles and toxic swellings when applied topically
Classic Formulas
- Shi Zao Tang (Ten Jujube Decoction)
Classical Text References
- Shang Han Lun and Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, c. 200 CE) include Da Ji in Shi Zao Tang for severe fluid retention