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Huang Guo Qie

黄果茄
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Name

Huang Guo Qie (Root fruit and seed of yellowfruit nightshade)

  1. 黄果茄
  2. Radix Fructus et Semen Solani Xanthocarpi
  3. Root fruit and seed of yellowfruit nightshade
  4. 黃果茄

The Effect of Huang Guo Qie

Property

Bitter, pungent, warm.

Actions

Dispel wind-damp, resolve stasis and alleviate pain.

Indications

Sores and boils, toothache, rheumatic arthritis, swelling and pain of testes.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 9~15 g. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying on the affected area.