Latin Name: Semen Astragali Complanati

Properties: sweet, warm

Actions: tonifies kidney Yang, augments Yin, secures essences, tonifies liver, improves vision, benefits spleen, stops diarrhea, calms fetus

Medical Indications: tinnitus, lower back pain, impotence, spermatorrhea, premature ejaculation, enuresis, frequent urination, vaginal discharge, leucorrhea, dizziness, blurred vision, neurasthenia

Contraindications: not to be used during pregnancy, not to be used in cases with Yin deficiency with heat, constipation, and scanty, dark urine

Dosage: 6 to 15 grams

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