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  Herb 1 of 29 in Herbs that Clear Heat and Eliminate Toxins
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Properties:
Bitter, Sweet, Cold Latin:
Herba Hedyotidis Diffusae Tone Marks:
bái huā shé shé căo Translation:
White patterned snake's tongue herb |
Actions
- Clears heat, dries dampness, and strongly neutralizes Fire Toxins
For intestinal abscesses, cancer of the gastrointestinal tract, esophagus or stomach, reduces jaundice, treats acute appendicitis, or toxic sores and ulcerations. Also used for snakebites. - Promotes urination
For hot and painful urinary tract infections.
Contraindications and Cautions
- Contraindicated during pregnancy.
Herb-Drug Interactions
- This section is being researched, and is not completed.
Toxicity and Overdose
- This section is being researched, and is not completed.
Dosage
- 15-60 grams.
- Part used: entire plant.
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- Dan Bensky
- Him Che. Yeung
- John K. Chen, Tina T. Chen
- Max Wichtl
- Dan Bensky
- Him Che. Yeung
- Qiao Yi