Chao Zhi Shi

Other Names : Fructus Aurantii Immaturus, Immature Bitter Orange, Unripe Bitter Orange, Chih-Shih, Ponciri, Citrus
See also :

• Zhi Shi
• Zhi Qiao

Special Precautions of Chao Zhi Shi

• Use caution during pregnancy.
• Use caution if Qi is weak.
• Use caution for those with Stomach Deficiency Cold.
• Use caution for those with gastric or peptic ulcers.
• Concurrent use with diuretics such as chlorothiazide, hydrochlorothiazide, furmoside (Lasix), bumetinide (Bumex) and torsemide (Demadex) may lead to increased elimination of water and/or electrolytes.

Health Benefits and uses of Chao Zhi Shi are

Herbs that Regulate Qi

• Breaks up Stagnant Qi, reduces accumulation, descends Qi, unblocks the bowels and removes Stagnant Food : Qi Stagnation and accumulation with epigastric or abdominal pain and distention or indigestion with focal distention or gas : Food Stagnation
• Transforms Phlegm, reduces distention and resolves hardenings : Turbid Phlegm Obstructing the Qi with focal distention and fullness in the chest and epigastrium

Used in Patent Medicine

• Qing Qi Hua Tan Wan