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青娘子

青娘子
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Name

Qing Niang Zi (Mung bean blister beetle)

  1. Qing Niang Zi
  2. Lytta Caraganae
  3. Mung bean blister beetle

The Effect of 青娘子

Property

Pungent, slightly warm, toxic; liver and kidney meridians entered.

Actions

Promote diuresis, eliminate stasis and counteract toxic pathogen.

Indications

Scrofula, amenorrhea, sores and boils, scabies, anuresis, lyssodexis.

Dosage and Administrations

Made into pills or powder. Proper dosage is for external application. Pounded into powder for applying.

Cautions

It is contraindicated to pregnant women and weak people. It is virulent, so be careful for oral use.