Traditional Chinese Medicine Healing Herbs(TCMHH)
Heat-Clearing and toxicity-Removing Herbs · 3-min read

海芋

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NameHai Yu (Common Alocasia Rhizome)The Effect of 海芋PropertyPungent, cold, toxic; heart, liver, gallbladder and large intestine meridians entered.ActionsClear heat and remove toxicity, resolve swelling and dissipate nodulation.IndicationsTyphoid fever of intestine, high fever; sores and boils for ex

海芋
海芋 — Traditional Chinese Medicine Healing Herbs

海芋

Name

Hai Yu (Common Alocasia Rhizome)

The Effect of 海芋

Property

Pungent, cold, toxic; heart, liver, gallbladder and large intestine meridians entered.

Actions

Clear heat and remove toxicity, resolve swelling and dissipate nodulation.

Indications

Typhoid fever of intestine, high fever; sores and boils for external application.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 9~30 g. Proper dosage is for external application. Pounded for applying with fresh product.

Cautions

It is contraindicated to pregnant women and weak people.

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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