Bai Tong Cao

Name

Tong Cao (Tetrapanax Papyriferus)

1. Tong Cao
2. Tetrapanax Papyriferus
3. Medulla Tetrapanacis
4. 通草
5. Ricepaperplant Pith
6. Ricepaper Pith
7. 白通草

The Effect of Bai Tong Cao

Property

Sweet, bland and slightly cold; stomach and lung meridians entered.

Actions

Induce diuresis to treat stranguria, promote lactation.

Indications

Edema, stranguria, postpartum, oligogalactia and agalactia.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 6~12 g.

Cations

Used with caution for pregnant women.