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AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF CHINESE HERBS
Pinyin: bian xu
English Name: Common knotgrass herb
Latin Name: Herba Polygoni Avicularis

Properties: bitter, cool
Channels Entered: Urinary Bladder
CHINESE THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS
1. Promotes Diuresis
2. KiIIs Parasites
3. Dispels Damp-Heat
DOSAGE
10 to 15 grams in decoction.
CAUTIONS I CONTRAINDICA TIONS
• Over-consumption of Bian Xu may cause depletion of jing (essence) and qi.
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