Fructus Nandinae

Name

Tian Zhu Zi (Fructus Nandinae)

The Effect of Fructus Nandinae

Property

Sour, sweet, neutral, slightly toxic; lung meridian entered.

Actions

Relieve cough and resolve phlegm.

Indications

Whooping cough, asthma, cough with excessive phlegm.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 6~15 g. Proper dosage is for external application. Pounded into powder for applying.

Cautions

It is contraindicated in case of cough due to wind-cold.