Shui Zhi (Leech)
Latin Name: Hirudo Medicinalis
Properties: salty, bitter, neutral, toxic
Actions: breaks blood stasis, reduces immobile masses
Medical Indications: amenorrhea, traumatic injuries, and immobile abdominal masses due to blood stagnation
Contraindications: not to be used during pregnancy, not to be used together with anticoagulant drugs
Dosage: 1.5 to 3 grams
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