Wu Zei Gu

Latin name: Sepiae seu Sepiellae, Os

Wu Zei Gu  Also Known As: cuttlefish bone, cuttlebone, wu zei gu, hai piao xiao, dan yu gu

Properties: SALTY, ASTRINGENT - SLIGHTLY WARM

Dosage: 4.5 - 12g

Meridians/Channels: KIDNEY, LIVER, STOMACH

• Stops bleeding and vaginal discharge, especially due to deficiency patterns
• Retains the essence for nocturnal emission, premature ejaculation or vaginal discharge
• Treats stomach acidity and pain
• Resolves dampness and promotes healing topically for chronic non-healing lesions
• Astringes diarrhea with pain around the navel

Caution: Not to be used with fu zi or bai ji according to some traditional sources. Not to be used long term.