Centipedes (Chilopoda)

蜈蚣wú gōngWugong

Chilopoda · Animal

Chilopoda
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Indications

The catalogue records no caution for this entry. That is not evidence that it is safe.

Indications

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

Acute Fright WindChronic Fright WindConvulsionHypertensionIntractable Headache With Pulling SensationLower Blood PressureScrofula With UlcerationSpasmTetanusToxin Swelling Of Sores & Open SoresWind-damp Impediment Pain

TCM actions

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

CalmExtinguish Wind & Check TetanyFree Network Vessels & Relieve PainResolve Toxin & Dissipate Binds