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Qiu Shi

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NameQiu Shi (Prepared Salt)The Effect of Qiu ShiPropertySalty, cold; lung and kidney meridians entered.ActionsNourish yin and reduce pathogenic fire.IndicationsCough, gonorrhea, spermatorrhea, leukorrhea with reddish discharge, hemoptysis, sore throat, stranguria due to chyluria, choke by food and r

Qiu Shi
Qiu Shi — Traditional Chinese Medicine Healing Herbs

Qiu Shi

Name

Qiu Shi (Prepared Salt)

The Effect of Qiu Shi

Property

Salty, cold; lung and kidney meridians entered.

Actions

Nourish yin and reduce pathogenic fire.

Indications

Cough, gonorrhea, spermatorrhea, leukorrhea with reddish discharge, hemoptysis, sore throat, stranguria due to chyluria, choke by food and regurgitation, fever due to yin deficiency.

Dosage and Administrations

Pill or powder, 4.5~9 g. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded into powder for sprinkling.

Cations

It is contraindicated for deficiency-cold in spleen and stomach.

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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