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| Part Used |
Herb
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| Main function |
Cooling/Detoxifying Herb for Heat patterns
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| Thermal qual. |
Neutral
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| Taste |
Slightly sweet, slightly bitter - Meridians Entered: Lu, Ht, Kd, UB
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| Functions |
Clears Wetness/Phlegm
Clears Lung Wind Heat
Tonifies Kidney Qi
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| Cautions |
High saponin content may cause mild diarrhea at high dosage
over longer periods
Contraindicated internally in pregnancy
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| Toxicity |
Relatively safe for long term use
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| Phyto-chemicals |
Saponins, flavonoids, salicylic acid
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| Western Properties |
Laxative, diuretic, anti-inflammatory, anti-pyretic, expectorant,
demulcent, diaphoretic, analgesic
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| Notes |
Used for eczema, acne, hives, bronchitis, whooping cough,
rheumatism, cystitis, difficulty passing urine, bruises,
varicose veins
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