Camel Thorn (Peganum harmala)

骆驼蓬luò tuó péngLuotuopeng

Peganum harmala · Plant

Peganum harmala
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Indications

Cautions

Contains alkaloids including harmaline; may have MAO inhibitor effects; avoid with antidepressants; avoid during pregnancy.

Indications

What AcuiQ’s herb catalogue lists Camel Thorn for. The list carries no source and is an index, not a prescription.

Cough & Shortness Of BreathInnominate Toxin SwellingItchy SkinWind-damp Impediment Pain

TCM actions

What the catalogue says Camel Thorn does in the terms of Chinese medicine theory. These describe the herb, not a condition.

Diffuse Lung QiDispel Wind-dampDisperse Swelling Toxin