Ying Su Ke

Submitted by Webdoktor on Mon, 2007-01-15 16:31.

Latin name: Platycodi Grandiflori Radix

Ying Su Ke  Also Known As: opium poppy husk, mi ke, yu mi ke

Properties: SOUR, ASTRINGENT - NEUTRAL, TOXIC

Dosage: 1.5 - 6g

Meridians/Channels: KIDNEY, LARGE INTESTINE, LUNG

  • Astringe lung Qi for chronic cough
  • Binds intestines for chronic diarrhea
  • Stabilizes the lower burner for polyuria, spermatorrhea, or vaginal discharge
  • Alleviates pain of the sinews, bones and epigastrium

Caution: Not to be used in large doses long term

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