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Cong Bai / Scallion, Spring Onion

Taste: Acrid • Temperature: Warm • Category: Exterior Releasing - Warm • Sub Category:
Dosage 2-5g	Actions 1. Releases the exterior & induces sweating: for externally contracted wind-cold, especially in the very early stages. 2. Disperses cold & unblocks the yang: for either abdominal pain & distention or nassal congestion due to blockage of yang qi by cold. 3. Relieves toxicity & disperses clumps: for sores & abscesses. For this use, the herb is applied externally as a poultice.	Meridians Lung, Stomach	Cautions Contraindicated in cases of exterior deficiency with profuse sweating. Do not use with honey when taken orally.

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