Rhizoma Alocasiae Macrorrhizae

Name

Hai Yu (Common Alocasia Rhizome)

1. 海芋
2. Hai Yu
3. Alocasia Macrorrhiza
4. Common Alocasia Rhizome

The Effect of Rhizoma Alocasiae Macrorrhizae

Property

Pungent, cold, toxic; heart, liver, gallbladder and large intestine meridians entered.

Actions

Clear heat and remove toxicity, resolve swelling and dissipate nodulation.

Indications

Typhoid fever of intestine, high fever; sores and boils for external application.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 9~30 g. Proper dosage is for external application. Pounded for applying with fresh product.

Cautions

It is contraindicated to pregnant women and weak people.