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Long Xu Cao

龙须草
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Name

Long Xu Cao (Herba Junci Setchuensis)

  1. 龙须草
  2. Herba Junci Setchuensis
  3. 龍須草
  4. Devil's Rush Herb

The Effect of Long Xu Cao

Property

Bland, cold; heart and small intestine meridians entered.

Actions

Promote diuresis and treat stranguria, eliminate heat and induce tranquilization.

Indications

Sore throat, spermatorrhea, nose bleeding, nephritis dropsy, dizziness, insomnia due to restlessness, toothache, heat stranguria, diabetes.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 3~9 g.

Cautions

It is contraindicated in case of excessive urine.