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Xiao Tong Cao

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Name Xiao Tong Cao (Medulla Stachyuri) Nature and action Nature Sweet, bland, cold; lung and stomach channels. Actions Promote lactation, clear heat, promote diuresis.

Xiao Tong Cao
Xiao Tong Cao — Traditional Chinese Medicine Healing Herbs

Xiao Tong Cao

Name

Xiao Tong Cao (Medulla Stachyuri)

The Effect of Medulla Stachyuri

Property

Sweet, bland, cold; lung and stomach meridians entered.

Actions

Promote lactation, clear heat, promote diuresis.

Indications

Difficult urination, stranguria, hypogalactia.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 3~6 g.

Cautions

It is contraindicated to pregnant women and qi deficiency without damp-heat.

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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