紫石英

Name

Zi Shi Ying (Fluoritum)

The Effect of 紫石英

Property

Sweet, warm; liver and heart meridians entered.

Actions

Induce tranquilization, relieve palpitation, warm the uterus and direct the qi downward.

Indications

asthenic disease, palpitation, infertility due to cold uterus, cough and abnormal rising of qi.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 9~15 g. Smash and decoct first.

Cations

It is contraindicated in case of yin deficiency with effulgent fire.