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AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF CHINESE HERBS
Pinyin: suo yang
ENGLISH NAME: Cynomorium
LATIN NAME: Cynomorii Herba

Properties: sweet, warm
Channels Entered: Liver, Kidney, Large Intestine
CHINESE THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS
1. Tonifies Kidney Yang
2. Lubricates Intestines and Promotes Bowel Movement
DOSAGE
10 to 15 grams in decoction or pill form.
CAUTIONS I CONTRAINDICA TIONS
• Suo Yang is contraindicated in patients with diarrhea caused by Spleen deficiency or constipation from excess heat.
• It is contraindicated in yin-deficient patients who are easily aroused sexually.
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