Pinyin: ci shi (duan)

ENGLISH NAME: Magnetite

LATIN NAME: Calcine Magnetitum

Properties: acrid, salty, cold
Channels Entered: Liver, Kidney, Heart

CHINESE THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS
1. Anchors Liver Yang and Calms the Shen (Spirit)

2. Improves Hearing and Brightens Eyes

3. Stops Wheezing and Helps Kidney in Grasping Lung Qi

DOSAGE
10 to 30 grams in decoction.

CAUTIONS I CONTRAINDICA TIONS

• Because Ci Shi is difficult to digest when taken as powder or pils, excessive or prolonged intake in these forms is contraindicated.