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Rhizoma Bistortae

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NameQuan Shen (Rhizoma Bistortae)The Effect of Rhizoma BistortaePropertyBitter, astringent, slightly cold; lung, liver and large intestine meridians entered.ActionsClear heat and relieve convulsion, promote diuresis, resolve swelling and dissipate nodulation.IndicationsScrofula, carbuncle and swelli

Rhizoma Bistortae
Rhizoma Bistortae — Traditional Chinese Medicine Healing Herbs

Quan Shen

Name

Quan Shen (Rhizoma Bistortae)

The Effect of Rhizoma Bistortae

Property

Bitter, astringent, slightly cold; lung, liver and large intestine meridians entered.

Actions

Clear heat and relieve convulsion, promote diuresis, resolve swelling and dissipate nodulation.

Indications

Scrofula, carbuncle and swelling, tetanus, dysentery with bloody stool, spasm due to calenture.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 3~12 g, or made into pill or powder. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying, or decocted for mouthwash or fuming-washing.

Cations

It is contraindicated for external sores due to yin syndrome. It cann’t be used without excess fire and heat-toxin.

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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