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  Herb 16 of 29 in Herbs that Clear Heat and Eliminate Toxins
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Latin:
Herba Portulacae Oleraceae Translation:
Horse's Teeth Amaranth |
Actions
- Relieves Fire Toxins and Cools the Blood
For dysentery from Damp-Heat or Fire Toxins, urinary tract infections with Blood, red and white vaginal discharge, and post partum bleeding. - Reduces Sores from Damp-Heat
Can be used both topically or internally. - Used to reduce the swelling and pain from snake bite or wasp stings.
Contraindications and Cautions
- Contraindicated during pregnancy, and in cases of cold from deficiency of the spleen and stomach.
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. If the juice is used fresh, the dosage can be doubled.
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- Dan Bensky
- Him Che. Yeung
- John K. Chen, Tina T. Chen
- Max Wichtl
- Dan Bensky
- Him Che. Yeung
- Qiao Yi