Name
Ba Yue Zha (Fruit of Fiverleaf Akebia)
The Effect of 八月札
Property
Slightly bitter, neutral; liver and stomach meridians entered.
Actions
Soothe liver and regulate qi, invigorate blood and alleviate pain, relieve restlessness and induce diuresis.
Indications
Polydipsia, lumbago, hypochondrium pain,hernia, hysteroptosis, dysentery.
Dosage and Administrations
Decoct 9~15 g, 30~60 g for large dosage; or made into alcoholic preparation.
Cations
It is contraindicated to people with diarrhea due to spleen deficiency and pregnant women.