Jiegeng, Radix Platycodi

Jiegeng, Radix Platycodi Platcodonis Radix is the dried root of Platycodon grandiflorus (Jacq.) A. DC., family campanulaceae. Platycodonis Radix has expectorant and anti-tussive activities. It is used for the treatment of pulmonary diseases. Platycodins D and D3 have a good expectorant effect with low side effects. Platycodins crude extract has strong anti-inflammatory activity. Platycodonis Radix also can regulate immune function. lower blood sugar level, has anti-oxidative and hepato-protective activities. Platycodin D has a strong in vitro anti-tumor activity. Bitter and pungent in flavor, neutral in nature. Enter lung channel Disseminate lung-qi, relieve sore throat, eliminate phlegm, drain pus.