Oleum Ricini

Name

Bi Ma You (Castorbean oil)

1. 蓖麻油
2. Bi Ma You
3. Castorbean oil

The Effect of Oleum Ricini

Property

Sweet, pungent, neutral, toxic; lung and large intestine meridians entered.

Actions

Moisten the intestines to relax the bowels, moisten skin.

Indications

Scabies, constipation, abdominal distension, burns.

Dosage and Administrations

10~20 ml is for oral taking. Proper dosage is for external application, applying on the affected area.

Cautions

It is contraindicated in case of dyspepsia and pregnant women.