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皂矾

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NameZao Fan (Melanteritum)The Effect of 皂矾PropertySour, cool; liver and spleen meridians entered.ActionsRemove toxicity and eliminate dampness, kill parasites and tonify blood.IndicationsJaundice, infantile malnutrition, chronic diarrhea, hematochezia, anemia; pharyngitis, aphtha, eczema, scabies fo

皂矾
皂矾 — Traditional Chinese Medicine Healing Herbs

Zao Fan

Name

Zao Fan (Melanteritum)

The Effect of 皂矾

Property

Sour, cool; liver and spleen meridians entered.

Actions

Remove toxicity and eliminate dampness, kill parasites and tonify blood.

Indications

Jaundice, infantile malnutrition, chronic diarrhea, hematochezia, anemia; pharyngitis, aphtha, eczema, scabies for external application.

Dosage and Administrations

It shouldn’t be decocted. Take the pills or powder, 0.8~1.6 g. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded into powder for applying.

Cautions

It is contraindicated to pregnant women and people with dyspepsia.

When to see a doctor: herbal care suits mild, everyday issues. For worsening, severe, or sudden symptoms — or if you are pregnant, on medication, or treating a child — consult a licensed practitioner first.

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