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冬瓜皮

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NameDong Gua Pi (Exocarpium Benincasae)The Effect of 冬瓜皮PropertySweet and cool; spleen and small intestine meridians entered.ActionsInduce diuresis and alleviate edema, clear summer-heat.IndicationsEdema, summer-heat syndrome.Dosage and AdministrationsDecoct 15~30 g.

冬瓜皮
冬瓜皮 — Traditional Chinese Medicine Healing Herbs

Dong Gua Pi

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Name

Dong Gua Pi (Exocarpium Benincasae)

The Effect of 冬瓜皮

Property

Sweet and cool; spleen and small intestine meridians entered.

Actions

Induce diuresis and alleviate edema, clear summer-heat.

Indications

Edema, summer-heat syndrome.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 15~30 g.

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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