Edema-Alleviating Diuretics
Can Dou Ke (Seed-coat of Broadbean)
Name
Can Dou Ke (Seed-coat of Broadbean)
The Effect of 蚕豆壳
Property
Sweet, bland, neutral; kidney and stomach meridians entered.
Actions
Induce diuresis, eliminate dampness, stop bleeding, remove toxicity.
Indications
Edema, hematemesis, difficult urination, barbiers, scrofula, hematochezia, impetigo, threatened abortion, pemphigus.
Dosage and Administrations
Decoct 9~15 g. Proper dosage is for external application. Stir-bake it into charcoal, and then pound into powder for applying.
Sources and further reading
We cite classical materia medica and modern reference works. This article is health education, not medical advice.
- Shennong Bencao Jing (The Divine Farmer's Materia Medica), Han dynasty.
- Bencao Gangmu (Compendium of Materia Medica), Li Shizhen, 1578.
- Chinese Pharmacopoeia, current edition — identity, quality and safety monographs.
- NCCIH and WHO reference material on traditional medicine safety.
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