| Pin-yin: |
hu po |
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| English name: |
Amber |
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| Where grown: |
South and northeast China. |
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| Source: |
Yellowish or brownish fossil resin. |
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| Properties: |
Sweet, neutral |
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| Channels entered: |
Heart, liver, bladder |
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| Function: |
Calms convulsion and spirit, promotes urination, treats stranguria and dispels stasis. |
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| Major Clinic Usage: |
For convulsions, epilepsy, forgetfulness, loss of vitality, stranguria, blood in the urine, urinary difficulties, post partum lochia, placenta retention, carbuncles or boils in the back, traumatic injuries, knife wounds and fractures. |
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| Usage and Dosage: |
1.5~3g. Use in powders. Do not decoct. |
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| Storage: |
Store in a dry place. |
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