Pericarpium Melo

Name

Tian Gua Pi (Muskmelon pericarp)

1. 甜瓜皮
2. Tian Gua Pi
3. Muskmelon pericarp

The Effect of Pericarpium Melo

Property

Sweet, slightly bitter, cold.

Actions

Relieve summer-heat and polydipsia.

Indications

Polydipsia caused by summer-heat, toothache.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 3~9 g. Proper dosage is for external application, decocted for mouthwashing.