Herb Listings
Qian Niu Zi / Morning Glory Seeds | |||
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Taste: Bitter, Acrid • Temperature: Cold • Category: Downward Draining • Sub Category: Cathartic | |||
Dosage4.5-9g decoction, 1.5-3g alone as powder |
Actions1. Drives out water: for heat accumulation in the Stomach or Intestines with such symptoms as severe constipation, abdominal distention, & urninary difficulty. Water is expelled through both the urine & stool.2. Unblocks the bowels & removes accumulation: for constipation due to accumulation & stagnation of damp-heat in the Stomach & Intestines. The dosage here is less than for the previous function. 3. Drives out phlegm & congested fluids: for cough, wheezing, & a sensation of fullness in the chest & abdomen due to congested fluids obstructing the Lungs. |
MeridiansKidney, Large Intestine, Lung, Small Intestine |
CautionsContraindicated during pregnancy. Use with caution in cases of qi deficiency or weak stomach. It can be toxic in large doses, causing symptoms such as nausea & vomiting due to direct stimulation of the gastrointestinal tract. A large dose can also affect the kidneys, leading to hematuria as well as neurological symptoms. |