Huang Lian Shang Qing Pian
Coptidis Combination Extract 
 
Huang Lian Shang Ching Pien is used to for Wind-Heat syndrome associated with the common cold or flu. There are strong antibacterial herbs in this formula. It is effective against strep infections affecting the throat, sinus and eye, and can be used for early bacterial infections of the lung. The use of rhubarb follows the principle of purging heat toxins through the stool.

Actions:
Clears heat, drains fire, resolves toxins, dispels pathogenic wind, frees the stool, benefits the eyes, opens the orifices, relieves pain. Relieve Fire, Dispel Wind-Heat, Clear Wind-Heat, Promote bowel movement.
 
Indications:
Use for toxic damp heat accumulation (bacterial infection) in the upper Jiao causing common cold, flu with symptoms of fever, headache, dizziness, tinnitus, mouth ulcers, swollen gums, sore throat, conjunctivitis, toothache, or constipation. Hypertension with symptoms of dizziness, headache, red eyes, flushed face associated with Wind-Heat syndrome. Tonsillitis, parotitis, otitis media, acute bronchitis, acute pneumonia, pulmonary abscess, and skin infections including sores, carbuncles, boils, all with heat signs.
 
Directions:
Take 4 tablets, once a day
 
Precautions: The rhubarb in this formula may cause diarrhea in most cases. Reduce dosage accordingly. The formula should be discontinued once heat symptoms subside or change. Not recommended in cases of intestinal obstruction, abdominal pain of unknown origin, or any inflammatory condition of the intestines (appendicitis, colitis, Chrohn's disease, and hypokalemia. May potentiate potassium depletion of thiazide diuretics and stimulant laxatives, as well as the action of cardiac glycosides, and cortisol. Individuals with peptic ulcers of history of kidney stones should use this product cautiously. Not recommended for children less than 12 years of age. Do not exceed recommended serving size or use in excess of 8-10 days. Do not take during pregnancy or while nursing.
 
 
 
* These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.