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Tripterygium Root (Radix Tripterygii Wilfordii) - 雷公藤 (Lei Gong Teng)
Tripterygium Root (Radix Tripterygii Wilfordii) - 雷公藤 (Lei Gong Teng)
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Common Names: Tripterygium Root, Common Broad Lily Root, Thunder God Vine Root
The herb has long been used in China to treat this potentially crippling autoimmune disease, which typically strikes hand and foot joints. The extracts of Triptergium have been used to treat a whole host of conditions and highly lauded for anti-inflammatory, immunosuppressive, contraceptive and anti-tumor activities.
Properties: Bitter Acrid Cold (Cool) Very Toxic; Dispels Wind and Dampness, strongly clears Heat, resolves toxicity, reduces swellings and stops pain; eliminates dampness, kills parasites and bugs and stops itching
Pharmaceutical Name: Radix Tripterygii Wilfordii
Chinese Names: 雷公藤 (Lei Gong Teng)
CAUTION: THIS HERB IS FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY. DO NOT INGEST OR CONSUME BY ANY MEANS. NEVER CONSUME THIS HERB IN LARGE DOSES OR OVER LONG INTERVALS. IF USING FOR EXTERNAL APPLICATION, MUST BE LEFT ON THE SKIN FOR LESS THAN HALF AN HOUR AS IT MAY CAUSE A BLISTER
Net Weight: 16 oz / 1 lb
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LOOSE, WHOLE HERBS MAY VARY FROM PICTURES DUE TO ITS NATURAL FORM AND CUT. BAG PACKAGING MAY ALSO DIFFER AS WE SOURCE FROM MULTIPLE SOURCES TO ENSURE WE HAVE PRODUCT ON HAND. ALL WILL HAVE LABELS INDICATING SCIENTIFIC NAME, CHINESE NAME, AND WEIGHT.
Disclaimer & Precautions: Statements and descriptions have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Use Chinese herbs or herbal extracts with caution. Professional advice is suggested. In TCM, Chinese herbs are often combined in the context of formulas to enhance each other's desirable action and to minimize any potential side effect. Consult a professional if you are pregnant or are taking any prescription medications or Western medications as it can cause interference or have a strong effect on the body.
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