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Lettuce

莴苣
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Name

Wo Ju (Lettuce)

  1. 莴苣
  2. Wo Ju
  3. 萵苣

The Effect of Lettuce

Property

Bitter, sweet, cool; stomach and small intestine meridians entered.

Actions

Induce diuresis and promote lactation, clear heat and remove toxicity.

Indications

Difficult urination, urine with blood, sores and boils, snake and insect bites.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 30~60 g. proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying.

Cautions

Do not eat too mach or for a long time.