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Dong Gua Pi

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NameDong Gua Pi (Exocarpium Benincasae)The Effect of Dong Gua Pi 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.

Dong Gua Pi
Dong Gua Pi — Traditional Chinese Medicine Healing Herbs

Dong Gua Pi

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Name

Dong Gua Pi (Exocarpium Benincasae)

The Effect of Dong Gua Pi

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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