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鬼针草

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NameGui Zhen Cao (Sticktight)The Effect of 鬼针草PropertyBitter, neutral; liver, spleen and large intestine meridians entered.ActionsClear heat and remove toxicity, activate blood and dissipate blood stasis.IndicationsSore throat, traumatic injury, acute appendicitis.Dosage and AdministrationsDecoct 15

鬼针草
鬼针草 — Traditional Chinese Medicine Healing Herbs

鬼针草

Name

Gui Zhen Cao (Sticktight)

The Effect of 鬼针草

Property

Bitter, neutral; liver, spleen and large intestine meridians entered.

Actions

Clear heat and remove toxicity, activate blood and dissipate blood stasis.

Indications

Sore throat, traumatic injury, acute appendicitis.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 15~30 g, or double the dosage with fresh product, or pounded into juice. Proper dosage is for external application. Pounded for applying or decocted for washing.

Cautions

It is contraindicated to 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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