Latin Name: Phaseolus Calcaratus

Properties: sweet, sour, slightly cold

Actions: promotes urination, reduces swellings and toxins, drains pus, clears damp heat, relieves jaundice, disperses blood stagnation

Medical Indications: acute rheumatoid arthritis, jaundice with dark urine, edema, ascites, abdominal swelling and fullness, urinary difficulty, appendicitis, carbuncles, boils, sores, toxic swellings

Contraindications: not to be used in cases of Yin deficiency or cases without dampness

Caution: overdose may lead to miscarriage, allergic reactions may include pruritis, nausea and vomiting, flushing, palpitations, urticaria

Dosage: 10 to 30 grams

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