Edema-Alleviating Diuretics
Wu Yu Dan: Chinese Herb Guide
乌鱼蛋
Name
Wu Yu Dan (Cuttlefish nidamental gland)
The Effect of Wu Yu Dan
Property
Salt, neutral; stomach and kidney meridians entered.
Actions
Strengthen the spleen and induce diuresis.
Indications
Edema.
Dosage and Administrations
Cook it for eating, 10~30 g.
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Sources and further reading
We cite classical materia medica and modern reference works. This article is health education, not medical advice.
- Shennong Bencao Jing (The Divine Farmer's Materia Medica), Han dynasty.
- Bencao Gangmu (Compendium of Materia Medica), Li Shizhen, 1578.
- Chinese Pharmacopoeia, current edition — identity, quality and safety monographs.
- NCCIH and WHO reference material on traditional medicine safety.
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