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Root of Chinese Edelweiss

蛾药
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Name

E Yao (Root of Chinese Edelweiss)

  1. 蛾药
  2. 火把草
  3. 火草
  4. E Yao
  5. 蛾藥
  6. Radix Leontopodii Sinensis

The Effect of Root of Chinese Edelweiss

Property

Pungent, cool.

Actions

Clear heat, remove toxicity, alleviate pain.

Indications

Cough caused by wind-heat, sphagitis, amygdalitis.

Dosage and Administrations

It is pounded into powder. 1~2 g is taken each time. Proper dosage is for external application, puffing through throat.