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--> Xin Liang Jie Biao --> man jing zi |
| Pin-yin: |
man jing zi |
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| English name: |
Vitex fruit |
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| Where grown: |
In the central, southern, Yunnan and Guangxi areas of China. |
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| Source: |
The dried, ripe fruit of Vitex rotundifolia L. or V. trifolia L. |
| Ingredients: |
Vitexicarpin, Rotundifuran, Agnuside, Artemetin, Uitricin, a-Pinene, ß-sitosterol |
| Pharmacological effect: |
Treatment of hypertension: the preparations have the effect of lowering rabbit blood pressure. The parasympathetic nervous system may be stimulated. |
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| Properties: |
Acrid, bitter, slightly cold |
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| Channels entered: |
Bladder, liver, stomach |
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| Function: |
Disperses wind and clears heat, clears and benefits the head and eyes. |
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| Major Clinic Usage: |
For wind-heat flu, headache, hemicrania, toothache, red eyes, painful spots in front of the eyes, blurred vision, excessive tearing, wind-dampness in the limbs, numbness, or cramping. |
| Cautions: |
Use with caution in cases of dizziness and headache due to blood deficiency and in cases of stomach qi deficiency. |
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| Usage and Dosage: |
5~9g |
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| Storage: |
Store in a dry place. |
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