Bing+Pian(Burneol+Dryoblanops,+Camphor)

[[image:bing_pian.jpg align="right"]]Bing Pian (Borneol Dryoblanops aromatica/Camphor) ["Ice Slice"]
Category: Open the Orifice and Promote Resuscitation Nature: Slightly **Cold** Flavors: Slightly Bitter Channels: HT, SP, LU

Functions: Induce Resuscitation; clear heat & relieve pain. **Highly used in external wash formulas to help herbs penetrate skin** Indications: 1. Loss of consciousness and convulsion 2. Carbuncles & boils **[Increases Blood flow & reduces swelling]** 3. Sore throat, ulcer in the mouth & eye problems due to heat

Dosage: **0.03 - 0.1g.; use as a powder (internal use) 3-6g./dose (external use)** Contra: used cautiously during pregnancy