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Fu Shui Cao

腹水草
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Name

Fu Shui Cao (Veronicastrum Herb)

  1. 腹水草
  2. Veronicastrum Herb
  3. Herba Veronicastri

The Effect of Fu Shui Cao

Property

Bitter, pungent, cool, slightly toxic; liver, lung and kidney meridians entered.

Actions

Drive out accumulated water, clear heat and remove toxicity.

Indications

Edema, sores and boils, ascites.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 3~9 g. Proper dosage is for external application. Pounded for applying with fresh product.

Cautions

It is contraindicated to pregnant women and weak people.