Properties (characteristics):
Bitter, slightly warm 
  
Medical functions:
Medical functions:
Anti bacteria 
phlegm expectorant 
anti-tumor, inhibits Lymphoblastic Leukemia 
anti-fungal effect 
anticoagulant effect
Channels (meridians) entered:
Liver.
 
Actions & Indications:
Rheumatic Arthritis, swelling and pain from injuries, expelling bruises, Stomachache, swelling of liver and spleen, pain and swelling from injuries, sprain, and skin fungal infection.
 
Chemical ingredients:
Protoanemonin hydrate glucoside  
plumbagin,C11H8O3  
2-Hydroxy-2-Methyl- 1,4-naphthoquinone 
hyroplumbagin glucoside,C17H19O8  
animo acid  
plumbagin   
plumbagin acid  
β-sitosterol  
Vanillic acid  
 
Dosage:
Root: 9 to 15 g. Simmer for more than 4 hours.
 
Cautions:
Boiling longer can reduce toxicity. Boil 3 to 4 hours. 
Not to use in cases of pregnancies. 


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