Category
Stabilize & Bind
Pin Yin
Latin Name
Euryales Semen
English Name
Dosage
9-15g
Entering Channels
KD
Flavor
astringent
Temperature
neutral
Pregnancy
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Chinese Herbal Formulas (Comprehensive List)
Individual Essential Oils
Kampo Name
Kampo Number
Kanji
Katakana
Simplified Chinese
Traditional Chinese
Key Characteristics:
- Tonifies and restrains the Spleen and Kidneys, and eliminates dampness.
Cautions & Contraindications:
- Use with caution in those with difficulty in either urinating or defecating.
Actions & Indications:
- Strengthens the Spleen and stops diarrhea: for chronic diarrhea caused by weakness in the transportive function of the Spleen (internal accumulation of dampness). Especially useful in children.
- Stabilizes the Kidneys and secures the essence: for Kidney qi deficiency with such symptoms as nocturnal emissions, premature ejaculation, spermatorrhea, and urinary frequency or incontinence.
- Expels dampness and stops discharge: for vaginal discharge due to either deficiency or damp-heat.
