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蜣螂

蜣螂
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Name

Qiang Lang (Dung Beetle)

  1. Qiang Lang
  2. Dung Beetle
  3. Catharsius

The Effect of 蜣螂

Property

Salty, cold, slightly toxic; liver and large intestine meridians entered.

Actions

Break stasis, relieve convulsion, purgative and counteract toxic pathogen.

Indications

Abdominal mass, sores and boils, anal fistula, constipation, epilepsy.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 1~3 g. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded into powder for applying.

Cautions

It is contraindicated to pregnant women.