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Lu Jiao

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NameLu Jiao (Deerhorn)The Effect of Lu JiaoPropertySalty, warm; liver and kidney meridians entered.ActionsPromote circulation of blood, resolve swelling and tonify the kidney.IndicationsSores and boils, pain due to blood stasis, lumbago.Dosage and AdministrationsDecoct 5~10 g or take the powder, 1~3

Lu Jiao
Lu Jiao — Traditional Chinese Medicine Healing Herbs

Lu Jiao

Name

Lu Jiao (Deerhorn)

The Effect of Lu Jiao

Property

Salty, warm; liver and kidney meridians entered.

Actions

Promote circulation of blood, resolve swelling and tonify the kidney.

Indications

Sores and boils, pain due to blood stasis, lumbago.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 5~10 g or take the powder, 1~3 g per time, or made into pill or powder. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded into juice or powder for applying.

Cations

It is contraindicated in case of yin deficiency with effulgent fire.

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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