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--> Qing Re Jie Du --> qin pi |
| Pin-yin: |
qin pi |
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| English name: |
Fraxinus |
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| Where grown: |
Northeast and north China. |
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| Source: |
Dried bark of Fraxinus Bge.ana DC. or F. rhynochophylla Hance. |
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| Properties: |
Bitter, astringent, cold |
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| Channels entered: |
Liver, gallbladder, large intestine |
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| Function: |
Nourishes liver and gallbladder, aids kidneys, clears heat, dries dampness and improves vision. |
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| Major Clinic Usage: |
For bacterial dysentery, intestinal catarrh, leukorrhea, chronic trachitis, red, swollen eyes, lacrimation induced by wind and psoriasis. |
| Cautions: |
Contraindicated in cases of cold deficiency in spleen and kidneys. |
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| Usage and Dosage: |
6~12g. Use proper amount externally. Rinse wounds with the herbal decoction. |
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| Storage: |
Store in a cool, dry place. |
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