Other Names : Patchouli, Patchouly, Pogostemon, Rugose Giant Hysop Herb, Wrinkled Giant Hyssop, Huo Xiang, 藿香, Herba Agastaches, Herba Pogostemonis
==Special Precautions of Herba Agastaches Seu Pogostemi==
* Contraindicated for those with Yin Deficiency with Heat signs. This aromatic plant strongly stimulates movement within the body, and as a result it must be used carefully when there is deficient yin with heat signs or if there is Stomach heat.
* Contraindicated for those with Stomach Fire.
==Benefits and uses of Herba Agastaches Seu Pogostemi are==
*Aromatically transforms Dampness, releases the exterior and dispels Summerheat (transforms turbidity) : Turbid Dampness Obstructing the Middle Jiao, Summer Heat-Dampness, Damp-Warmth, Wind-Dampness : Nausea or vomiting due to Dampness Obstructing the Middle Jiao, Other types of vomiting, and morning sickness when combined with appropriate herbs
* Harmonizes the Middle Jiao and stops vomiting
* Treats dermatosis and fungal infection :Dermatosis and fungal infections affecting either the hands or feet
==Used in Patent MedecineMedicine==
* [[Huo Xiang Zheng Qi Wan]]
* [[Bojenmi Tea]]
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