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Da Mai

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NameDa Mai (Barley)The Effect of Da MaiPropertySweet, cool; spleen and kidney meridians entered.ActionsStrengthen the spleen, harmonize the stomach, relax the intestines, induce diuresis.IndicationsDifficult urination, diarrhea, indigestion, abdominal distension.Dosage and AdministrationsDecoct 30~6

Da Mai
Da Mai — Traditional Chinese Medicine Healing Herbs

大麦

Name

Da Mai (Barley)

The Effect of Da Mai

Property

Sweet, cool; spleen and kidney meridians entered.

Actions

Strengthen the spleen, harmonize the stomach, relax the intestines, induce diuresis.

Indications

Difficult urination, diarrhea, indigestion, abdominal distension.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 30~60 g, or made into powder. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying or decocted for washing.

When to see a doctor: herbal care suits mild, everyday issues. For worsening, severe, or sudden symptoms — or if you are pregnant, on medication, or treating a child — consult a licensed practitioner first.

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