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Radix Momordicae Charantiae

Name

Ku Gua Gen (Balsampear root)

  1. 苦瓜根
  2. Ku Gua Gen
  3. Balsampear root

The Effect of Radix Momordicae Charantiae

Property

Bitter, cold.

Actions

Clear damp-heat, remove toxicity.

Indications

Sores and boils, hematochezia, diarrhea caused by damp-heat, acute toothache.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 10~15 g, or 30~60 g of the fresh. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying or decocted for washing.