Latin Name: Nodus Nelumbinis Nuciferae

Properties: sweet, astringent, neutral

Actions: breaks up blood stasis, lung, and stomach heat, stops bleeding

Medical Indications: coughing blood, vomiting blood

Contraindications: not to be used during pregnancy

Dosage: 9 to 15 grams

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