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Downward Draining Herbs: Purgatives
Category
Properties
| Taste | Temperature | Entering Meridians | Dosage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sweet Bitter |
Cold Extremely Cold Warm |
Large Intestine |
3-10g 1.5-3g (Alone, Tea) |
Actions & Indications
| Taste | Temperature | Entering Meridians | Dosage |
|---|---|---|---|
Drains downward and guides out Stagnation |
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Eliminates Excess Heat and drains Summerheat |
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Contraindications
- Contraindicated during pregnancy.
- Contraindicated during menstruation.
- Contraindicated for those who have a history of heavy bleeding.
- Contraindicated nursing mothers.
- Contraindicated for weak patients.
- Contraindicated those who are suffering from chronic constipation.
- Overdose may result in abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting.