Name
Mo Yu (Devilstongue)
The Effect of Rivier Giantarum Rhizome
Property
Bitter, pungent, cold, toxic.
Actions
Resolve swelling and dissipate nodulation, remove toxicity and alleviate pain.
Indications
Tumor and tuberculosis of lymph nodes for oral administration; Snake bites, sores and boils for external application.
Dosage and Administrations
Decoct 9~15 g. It should be decocted for more than 2 hours. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying with vinegar.
Cautions
It is contraindicated to eat the raw drug. Don’t take overdose.