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Gou Shi Hua Gen

Name

Gou Shi Hua Gen (Chinese forgetmenot root)

  1. 狗屎花根
  2. Radix Cynoglossi Amabilis
  3. Chinese forgetmenot root
  4. Root of Chinese forgetmenot

The Effect of Gou Shi Hua Gen

Property

Bitter, neutral; liver and kidney meridians entered.

Actions

Clear heat and tonify deficiency, induce diuresis.

Indications

Hepatitis, malaria, edema, uterine bleeding, leucorrhea, dysentery, hernia, chronic cough with asthma.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 15~30 g. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying.