Heat-Clearing and toxicity-Removing Herbs · 3-min read

Flos Chimonanthi Praecocis

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NameLa Mei Hua (Japan Allspice Flower)The Effect of Flos Chimonanthi PraecocisPropertySweet, slightly bitter; lung and stomach meridians entered.ActionsRelieve summer-heat, promote the secretion of saliva or body fluid, relieve cough.IndicationsWhooping cough, choking sensation in chest, polydypsia

蜡梅花

Name

La Mei Hua (Japan Allspice Flower)

The Effect of Flos Chimonanthi Praecocis

Property

Sweet, slightly bitter; lung and stomach meridians entered.

Actions

Relieve summer-heat, promote the secretion of saliva or body fluid, relieve cough.

Indications

Whooping cough, choking sensation in chest, polydypsia due to heat disease, cough for oral use; burns and scalds for external application.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 3~9 g. Proper dosage is for external application. Soaked in oil for applying or ear drop application.

Cautions

It is contraindicated in case of excessiveness of dampness pathogen.

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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