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Tong Cao (Medulla Tetrapanacis)

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Tetrapanax Papyriferus: promote urination to treat strangury, promote lactation.

Tong Cao (Medulla Tetrapanacis)
Tong Cao (Medulla Tetrapanacis) — Traditional Chinese Medicine Healing Herbs

Tong Cao

Name

Tong Cao (Tetrapanax Papyriferus)

The Effect of Tetrapanax Papyriferus

Property

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

Actions

Induce diuresis to treat stranguria, promote lactation.

Indications

Edema, stranguria, postpartum, oligogalactia and agalactia.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 6~12 g.

Cations

Used with caution for pregnant women.

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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