Hong Dou Kou (Galanga Galangal Seed)
Name Hong Dou Kou (Fructus Galangae) Nature and action Nature Acrid, warm; spleen and lung channels. Actions Dispel cold, dry dampness and promote digestion.
Name
Hong Dou Kou (Fructus Galangae)
The Effect of Fructus Galangae
Property
Pungent, warm; spleen and lung meridians entered.
Actions
Dispel cold, dry dampness and promote digestion.
Indications
Vomit, diarrhea, malaria, dysentery, cold and pain in abdomen, dysphagia and nausea.
Dosage and Administrations
Decoct 3~6 g, or made into powder. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded into powder for applying or puffing through nose.
Cations
It is contraindicated for internal heat due to yin deficiency.
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