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Dong Kui Zi (Chingma Abutilon Seed)

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冬葵子: promote urination to treat strangury, promote lactation and nourish intestine.

Dong Kui Zi (Chingma Abutilon Seed)
Dong Kui Zi (Chingma Abutilon Seed) — Traditional Chinese Medicine Healing Herbs

Dong Kui Zi

Name

Dong Kui Zi (Chingma Abutilon Seed)

The Effect of 冬葵子

Property

Sweet and cold; large intestine, small intestine and bladder meridians entered.

Actions

Induce diuresis to treat stranguria, promote lactation and nourish intestine.

Indications

Edema, stranguria, oligogalactia, agalactia, breast distending pain and constipation.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 10~30 g.

Cations

Used with caution for loose stool due to spleen deficiency and pregnant women.

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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