Gryllus Chinensis

Name

Xi Shuai (Chinese Cricket)

1. 蟋蟀
2. Xi Shuai
3. Chinese Cricket

The Effect of Gryllus Chinensis

Property

Pungent, salty, warm, toxic; kidney and bladder meridians entered.

Actions

Promote diuresis and break blood.

Indications

Edema, difficult urination, lithangiuria, ascites due to cirrhosis.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 2~6 ones or stir-bake it to make powder.

Cautions

It is contraindicated to pregnant women and weak people.