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Root of Sunset Abelmoschus

The Effect of Root of Sunset Abelmoschus

Property

Sweet, bitter, cold; lung, kidney and bladder meridians entered.

Actions

Induce diuresis, disperse stasis, resolve swelling and remove toxicity.

Indications

Sores and boils, edema, mumps, stranguria, hypogalactia.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 9~15 g, or pounded into powder.

Cautions

It is contraindicated to pregnant women. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying or decocted for washing.