[Nature and flavor] Sweet, slightly bitter, neutral in nature.
[return through meridians] returns to the heart and liver meridians.
【Effects】Nourishes the heart and soothes the mind, dispels wind, and dredges the meridians.
[Indications] Insomnia, frequent dreams, body pain due to blood deficiency, skin numbness, rheumatic pain, and itching due to rashes.
【Usage and Dosage】Oral administration: decoct in water, 10-20g. External use: appropriate amount, decoct in water for washing; or mash and apply.
【Medical records】
"Compendium of Materia Medica": "For itching caused by wind sores, scabies and tinea, boil the decoction and take a bath."
"New Materia Medica": "It replenishes the middle qi, promotes the circulation of meridians, dredges the blood vessels, and treats fatigue."
"Compendium of Materia Medica": "It can cure insomnia at night."
"New Reference to Medicinal Pieces": "Nourishes the liver and kidneys, stops sweating, calms the mind and promotes sleep."
【Predecessors release medicine】
"Compendium of Materia Medica" states: "The stems and leaves of the night-blooming vine, which are only known to cure wind sores, scabies and ringworms, are very effective as a bathing soup. Now it is used to treat insomnia, probably because it can lead yang into yin . However, the source of insomnia is not just one. If you don't consider the source of the disease and only use it as an ordinary product, it will be ineffective. It can only be used as an auxiliary, because it can harmonize yin and yang, so it is also beneficial and harmless."
