Herbs

Ogong

Centipede (toxic) · Scolopendra

한글 오공  ·  Pinyin Wu Gong

蜈蚣

Properties 性味

Taste & nature
Acrid · warm
Channels entered
Liver
Actions
Extinguishes wind and stops severe spasm, unblocks the collaterals for obstinate pain and paralysis
Typical dose
1–3 g (1–2 pieces)
Caution
Toxic; strict dosing; avoid in pregnancy

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