Pinyin: wang bu liu xing (chao)

ENGLISH NAME: Cow Cockle Seed (Stir Fried)

LATIN NAME: Stir Fried Vaccariae Semen

Properties: bitter, neutral
Channels Entered: Liver, Stomach

CHINESE THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS
1. Activates Blood Circulation, Opens Channels

2. Promotes Lactation, Drains Abscesses

DOSAGE
6 to 10 grams in herbal decoction. Wang Bu Liu Xing should be dry-fried and crushed to facilitate the extraction of active constituents.

CAUTIONS I CONTRAINDICA TIONS
·Wang Bu Liu Xing is contraindicated in pregnancy, as it stimulates contraction of the uterus.