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黄蜀葵子

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NameHuang Shu Kui Zi (Sunset Abelmoschus Seed)The Effect of 黄蜀葵子PropertySweet, cold; spleen meridian entered.ActionsPromote diuresis, resolve swelling and promote lactation.IndicationsDifficult urination, edema, sores and boils, traumatic injury, heat stranguria, lithangiuria, constipation, agalacti

黄蜀葵子
黄蜀葵子 — Traditional Chinese Medicine Healing Herbs

黄蜀葵子

Name

Huang Shu Kui Zi (Sunset Abelmoschus Seed)

The Effect of 黄蜀葵子

Property

Sweet, cold; spleen meridian entered.

Actions

Promote diuresis, resolve swelling and promote lactation.

Indications

Difficult urination, edema, sores and boils, traumatic injury, heat stranguria, lithangiuria, constipation, agalactia.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 6~9 g, or made into powder. Proper dosage is for external application. Pounded into powder for applying.

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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