冬瓜藤

Name

Dong Gua Teng (Stem of Chinese Waxgourd)

1. Dong Gua Teng
2. Stem of Chinese Waxgourd
3. Caulis Benincasae

The Effect of 冬瓜藤

Property

Bitter, cold; lung and liver meridians entered.

Actions

Clear lung-heat, resolve phlegm, clear and activate the channels and collaterals

Indications

Rectocele, scabies, cough and phlegm caused by lung-heat, arthritis.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 9~15 g, or pounded into juice. Proper dosage is for external application, decocted for washing.