
Herbs that Drain Dampness (Diuretics):
Category
Properties
Taste | Temperature | Entering Meridians | Dosage |
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Sweet Bland Acrid Bitter |
Slightly Cold Neutral Slightly Warm |
Heart Lung Small Intestine Liver Kidney |
3-15g 15-36g (Dried) 90g (Fresh) 30-60g (Snakebite, Dried) 90-120g (Snakebite, Fresh) |
Actions & Indications
Taste | Temperature | Entering Meridians | Dosage |
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Promotes urination and reduces edema |
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Clears Heat, cools the Blood and reduces toxicity (internally and topically) |
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Contraindications
- This herb can cause loose stools and anorexia when decocted.
- Contraindicated for those with edema due to Deficiency.
- Contraindicated for those with Blood Deficiency.
- Contraindicated during pregnancy.