白苣

Name

Bai Ju (Garden lettuce stem and leaf)

The Effect of Caulis et Folium Lactucae Sativae

Property

Bitter, cold; stomach and intestine meridians entered.

Actions

Clear heat and remove toxicity, relieve thirst.

Indications

Sores and swelling caused by heat-toxin, thirst.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 30~60 g. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded into juice for applying.

Cautions

It is forbidden eating after birth.

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