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甜瓜子

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NameTian Gua Zi (Muskmelon Seed)The Effect of 甜瓜子PropertySweet, cold; lung, stomach and large intestine meridians entered.ActionsClear lung-fire and moisten the intestines, dissipate stasis and expel pus, heal the wound and alleviate pain.IndicationsCough due to lung heat, constipation, traumatic in

甜瓜子
甜瓜子 — Traditional Chinese Medicine Healing Herbs

Tian Gua Zi

Name

Tian Gua Zi (Muskmelon Seed)

The Effect of 甜瓜子

Property

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

Actions

Clear lung-fire and moisten the intestines, dissipate stasis and expel pus, heal the wound and alleviate pain.

Indications

Cough due to lung heat, constipation, traumatic injury, pulmonary abscess, acute appendicitis, fracture.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 9~30 g.

Cautions

It is contraindicated in case of diarrhea and 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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