Tian Gua Pi

Name

Tian Gua Pi (Muskmelon pericarp)

1. 甜瓜皮
2. Muskmelon pericarp
3. Pericarpium Melo

The Effect of Tian Gua Pi

Property

Sweet, slightly bitter, cold.

Actions

Relieve summer-heat and polydipsia.

Indications

Polydipsia caused by summer-heat, toothache.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 3~9 g. Proper dosage is for external application, decocted for mouthwashing.