Xiang Ru (Aromatic Madder)
Latin Name: Herba Elsholtziae
Properties: acrid, aromatic, slightly warm
Actions: releases exterior, expels summerheat, transforms dampness, promotes urination
Medical Indications: fever with chills, dampness, lack of sweat, headaches, body ache, diarrhea, dysuria, edema, kidney stones
Contraindications: not to be used in cases with exterior deficiency syndrome with sweating
Dosage: 3 to 9 grams
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