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Can Dou Ke

蚕豆壳
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Name

Can Dou Ke (Seed-coat of Broadbean)

  1. 蚕豆壳
  2. 蚕豆皮
  3. Seed-coat of Broadbean
  4. 蠶豆殼
  5. 蠶豆皮

The Effect of Can Dou Ke

Property

Sweet, bland, neutral; kidney and stomach meridians entered.

Actions

Induce diuresis, eliminate dampness, stop bleeding, remove toxicity.

Indications

Edema, hematemesis, difficult urination, barbiers, scrofula, hematochezia, impetigo, threatened abortion, pemphigus.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 9~15 g. Proper dosage is for external application. Stir-bake it into charcoal, and then pound into powder for applying.