Edema-Alleviating Diuretics
Hu Lu Ke (Gourd Shell)
Hu Lu Ke
Gourd Shell
葫蘆殼
Name
Hu Lu Ke (Gourd Shell)
The Effect of 葫芦壳
Property
Sweet, neutral; heart and small intestine meridians entered.
Actions
Promote diuresis and resolve swelling.
Indications
Barbiers, abdominal distension, edema of the face.
Dosage and Administrations
Decoct 9~15 g.
Sources and further reading
We cite classical materia medica and modern reference works. This article is health education, not medical advice.
- Shennong Bencao Jing (The Divine Farmer's Materia Medica), Han dynasty.
- Bencao Gangmu (Compendium of Materia Medica), Li Shizhen, 1578.
- Chinese Pharmacopoeia, current edition — identity, quality and safety monographs.
- NCCIH and WHO reference material on traditional medicine safety.
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