Qi Cao
Name Qi Cao (White Grub) Nature and action Nature Salty, slightly warm, slightly toxic; liver channel.
Name
Qi Cao (White Grub)
The Effect of Qi Cao
Property
Salty, slightly warm, slightly toxic; liver meridian entered.
Actions
Break blood and remove stasis, dissipate masses and relieve swelling.
Indications
Erysipelas, sores and boils, anal fistula, amenorrhea, chest pain due to stasis, traumatic injury, emaciation due to blood disorder, thin and weak with abdominal distension.
Dosage and Administrations
Take the powder, 2~5 g, or made into pills or powder. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded into powder for applying.
Cautions
It is contraindicated to pregnant women and weak people.
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