Stasis-Resolving Hemostatics
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Cu (Vinegar)
Quick answer
Vinegar (Cu) is used in TCM to move blood and stop bleeding, and as a household remedy for skin irritation.
##Name
Cu (Vinegar)
The Effect of Vinegar
Property
Sweet, sour, warm; liver and stomach meridians entered.
Actions
Resolve stasis to stop bleeding, calm ascaris and remove toxicity.
Indications
Jaundice, hematemesis, nose bleeding, abdominal mass, sores and boils, pruritus vulvae, hematochezia, yellow sweat, postpartum anemic fainting, food poisoning.
Dosage and Administrations
Decoct 10~30 ml, or soaked in vinegar. Proper dosage is for external application.
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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