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Heat-Clearing and toxicity-Removing Herbs · 3-min read

Xian Rou

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Quick answer

Name Xian Rou (Corbicula Fluminea) Nature and action Nature Sweet, salt, cold. Actions Clear heat, promote urination, remove toxicity.

Xian Rou
Xian Rou — Traditional Chinese Medicine Healing Herbs

Xian Rou

蚬肉

Name

Xian Rou (Corbicula Fluminea)

The Effect of Xian Rou

Property

Sweet, salt, cold.

Actions

Clear heat, induce diuresis, remove toxicity.

Indications

Diabetes, sores and boils, jaundice, barbiers due to damp toxin,

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 15~30 g, or cook it for eating. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying.

Cautions

Do not take too much.

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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