Snake Slough … Classic Formulas
She Tui · Periostracum Serpentis
Primary Actions
- Dispels wind and stops spasms or convulsions in childhood or febrile-wind traditions.
- Brightens the eyes and removes superficial obstruction, especially for red eyes or corneal opacity-style complaints.
- Resolves swelling and attacks toxin in sore throat, chronic sores, scrofula, and localized inflammatory conditions.
- Relieves itching and helps with skin conditions involving wind or parasite irritation.
Classic Formulas
- Wind-spasm and childhood convulsion combinations ... the traditional internal calming lane.
- Eye and throat pairings for corneal film or sore throat ... the upper-orifice use context.
- Topical toxin-attacking combinations with Lu Feng Fang or Feng Fang ... older skin and sore practice.
Classical Text References
- Traditional herbology describes She Tui as sweet, salty, and neutral, entering the Liver to dispel wind and benefit the eyes.
- Its classic indications extend to convulsions, sore throat, skin itching, and chronic toxic swellings.
- The slough is valued for a light, penetrating quality that acts on the surface, channels, and upper orifices.