Herba Potamoge tonis Natantis

Name

Shui An Ban (Floating leaf pondweed herb)

The Effect of Herba Potamoge tonis Natantis

Property

Slightly bitter, cool; spleen, stomach and large intestine meridians entered.

Actions

Clear heat and remove toxicity, eliminate dampness and induce diuresis.

Indications

Swelling and pain of eyes, jaundice, edema, sores and boils, haemorrhoid bleeding, ascariasis.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 6~15 g. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying with the fresh.