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Semen Trichosanthis

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NameGua Lou Zi (Snakegourd Seed)The Effect of Semen TrichosanthisPropertySweet, cold; lung, stomach and large intestine meridians entered.ActionsMoisten lung, resolve phlegm and lubricate intestines.IndicationsCough due to phlegm-heat, dry-stagnation-type constipation, carbuncle, oligogalactia.Dosag

Semen Trichosanthis
Semen Trichosanthis — Traditional Chinese Medicine Healing Herbs

Gua Lou Zi

Name

Gua Lou Zi (Snakegourd Seed)

The Effect of Semen Trichosanthis

Property

Sweet, cold; lung, stomach and large intestine meridians entered.

Actions

Moisten lung, resolve phlegm and lubricate intestines.

Indications

Cough due to phlegm-heat, dry-stagnation-type constipation, carbuncle, oligogalactia.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 9~15 g, or made into pill or powder. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded into powder for applying.

Cations

It is incompatible with Niu Xi and it is contraindicated for combining with Wu Tou.

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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