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Yu Shu Shu Gen

Name

Yu Shu Shu Gen (Maize root)

  1. 玉蜀黍根
  2. Radix Zeae Maydis
  3. Maize root  

The Effect of Yu Shu Shu Gen

Property

Sweet, neutral; heart, kidney and bladder meridians entered.

Actions

Induce diuresis, treat stranguria, disperse stasis and stop bleeding.

Indications

Hematemesis, edema, difficult urination, stomachache, urolithiasis.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 30~60 g.