Qiang Huo

primary-actions. Qiang Huo acts primarily as: Diaphoretic, Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory, Antipyretic, Antiarrhythmic, Antimicrobial. Secondary actions include Release the exterior and dispel cold, Dispel wind-cold-damp, Unblock painful obstruction, Relieve pain (especially upper body).

indications. Qiang Huo is traditionally indicated for: Wind-cold-damp common cold with body aches, Occipital headache and stiff neck, Upper back, shoulder and neck pain, Wind-damp painful obstruction of the upper body, Arthralgia and myalgia, Fever with chills, headache and no sweating, Rheumatic pain.

dose-reference. Reference preparation/dosing for Qiang Huo: Dried root decoction: 3-9 g/day; Tincture (1:5): 2-4 ml three times daily; Powder/capsule: 1-2 g/day; Pairs with Du Huo (Angelica pubescens) for whole-body wind-damp

safety-cautions. Qiang Huo - Contraindications: Blood or yin deficiency without wind-damp, Exterior deficiency with sweating, Its pungent dryness can consume fluids - use cautiously in dryness, Headache from deficiency | Side effects: Aromatic and drying, Occasional GI upset or nausea in large doses, Otherwise well tolerated.