Semen Trichosanthis Cucumeroidis

Name

Wang Gua Zi (Seed of Japanese Snakegourd)

1. 王瓜子
2. Wang Gua Zi
3. Seed of Japanese Snakegourd

The Effect of Semen Trichosanthis Cucumeroidis

Property

Sour, bitter, neutral; lung and large intestine meridians entered.

Actions

Clear heat and dampness, cool blood to stop bleeding.

Indications

Dysentery, jaundice, hematochezia, hematemesis caused by consumptive lung disease.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 3~10 g, or made into pills and powder.