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AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF CHINESE HERBS
Pinyin: qu mai
ENGLISH NAME: Fringed Pink (Aboveground Parts)
LATIN NAME: Dianthi Herba

Properties: bitter, cold
Channels Entered: Urinary Bladder, Heart, Small intestine
CHINESE THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS
1. Promotes Diuresis
2. Invigorates Blood Circulation and Regulates Menstruation
DOSAGE
5 to 10 grams
CAUTIONS I CONTRAINDICA TIONS
• Use of Qu Mai is contraindicated in pregnant women, as it stimulates contraction of the uterus.
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