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茯神

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NameFu Shen (poria with hostwood)The Effect of 茯神PropertySweet, mild, neutral; heart and spleen meridians entered.ActionsCalm heart and induce tranquilization, promote diuresis.IndicationsPalpitation due to heart deficiency, insomnia, amnesia, epilepsy, difficult urination.Dosage and Administrations

茯神
茯神 — Traditional Chinese Medicine Healing Herbs

Fu Shen

Name

Fu Shen (poria with hostwood)

The Effect of 茯神

Property

Sweet, mild, neutral; heart and spleen meridians entered.

Actions

Calm heart and induce tranquilization, promote diuresis.

Indications

Palpitation due to heart deficiency, insomnia, amnesia, epilepsy, difficult urination.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 9~15 g, or made into pill or powder.

Cations

It is contraindicated in case of difficult urination due to kidney deficiency or spermatorrhea due to deficiency-cold.

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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