I saw this lady selling medication made from centipedes at the Farmer's Market. I knew that insects and other creatures are used in traditional Chinese medicine but this was the first time that I saw the centipede medication.
HERE IS THE INFO
In traditional Chinese medicine, centipede is associated with the Liver meridian, and has pungent, warm and slightly toxic properties. Its functions are to clear wind and spasm, and to dissipate toxins and nodules. Centipede is used to treat conditions such as lockjaw, seizures and convulsions. It is also employed to relieve sores and carbuncles on the skin, and alleviate pain, especially headaches. Occasionally, centipede can be applied topically. Centipede is often used with herbs and substances such as gastrodia*, silkworm and uncaria*.
* uncaria - a herb called Cat's Claw Vine
** gastrodia - a genus of achlorophyllous orchid
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