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Arctium (Niu Bang Zi) Topical / Poultice

A traditional salve preparation using Arctium (Niu Bang Zi) (Arctium lappa), addressing common cold, skin health, inflammation.

salvestcmIntermediate⏱ 10–20 minutesShelf life: 6–12 months stored in a cool, dark placeDosage: 1–2× daily as needed

Generated from this herb's full profile — safety warnings, contraindications, and sourcing.

Benefits

Common ColdSkin HealthInflammationAcneDetox

Ingredients

  • Arctium (Niu Bang Zi) — As needed

Instructions

  1. Mash fresh Arctium (Niu Bang Zi) or mix the powder with a little water to form a paste.
  2. Apply to the affected area for 20–30 minutes.

Interactions & contraindications

Arctium (Niu Bang Zi)

Full profile
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
  • Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
  • Autoimmune conditions (lupus, MS, RA) — may overstimulate immune response

Processed by the liver

Watch for: Any medication that is also processed by liver enzymes (ask your pharmacist — this includes many common prescriptions)

Can alter how quickly the body clears certain medications, raising or lowering their effective dose.

May have a diuretic effect

Watch for: Diuretic medications and lithium

Additive fluid loss can affect electrolyte balance and change how the body clears lithium.