herbs that clear heat and dry dampness

Question 1

5 actions for huang lian

Answer 1

cleats heat, drains dampness, treats wasting and thirsting d/o, cleats heat from the ST, cleats HT fire

Question 2

which herb is often used for toothaches because it clears ST fire?

Answer 2

Huang Lian

Question 3

3 actions for huang bai

Answer 3

drains damp heat from lower burner, drains KD fire, does not tonify yin.

Question 4

What do the 3 Huangs treat?

Answer 4

Huang Qin - whole body - Huang Lian - middle burner - Huang Bai - Lower Burner

Question 5

what are the 2 actions for Long Dan Cao

Answer 5

drains damp heat from LV and GB to treat UTIs, clears damp heat in the LV and GB channels w/sx such as red swollen eyes, vaginal discharge, jaundice, pacifies LV fire w/ emotional upset

Question 6

6 actions for Ku Shen

Answer 6

clears heat and dries dampness, disperses wind, kills parasites, stops itching, promotes urination

Question 7

2 actions for Hu Huang Lian

Answer 7

drains damp heat, drains heat from yin xu, w/empty heat signs