Hong Teng (Sargentodoxa Vine)
Latin Name: Caulis Sargentodoxae
Properties: bitter, neutral
Actions: clears heat and toxins, dispels blood stagnation, reduces abscesses, relieves pain
Medical Indications: intestinal abscesses due to heat, toxin, or stagnation, dymenorrhea, appendicitis, traumatic injuries, skin lesions with heat signs
Contraindications: not to be used during pregnancy
Caution: to be used with caution together with anticoagulatory drugs
Dosage: 10 to 15 grams
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