She Chuang Zi (Cnidium Seed)

Posted by Kevin | Chinese Herbs | Friday 30 November 2007 11:49 pm

Latin Name: Fructus Cnidii

Properties: acrid, bitter, warm

Actions: dries dampness, kills parasites, stops itching, warms kidneys, strengthens Yang, dispels wind, disperses cold

Medical Indications: scabies, ringworm, itchy skin, eczema, parasites, impotence, infertility, cold womb, yeast infections, trichomoniasis

Contraindications: not to be used in cases with Yin deficiency with heat signs, not to be used in cases with damp heat in lower Jiao

Dosage: 3 to 9 grams

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