Agrimony (XianHeCao)

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【PROPERTI】Bitter，Astringent，Neutral
【CHANNELS ENTERED】Lung，Liver，Spleen，Heart，(Stomach)，(Large Intestine)，(Smalll Intestine）
【ACTIONS】
Astringes leakage of Blood and stops bleeding；
Astringes diarrhea and dysentery；
Kills parasites；
Tonifies Qi and Blood；
Reduces swelling and eliminates pus
【Indications/Syndromes】
Various types of bleeding such as hematemesis, hemoptysis, epistaxis, bleeding gums, hematuria, intestinal bleeding and uterine bleeding；
With appropriate herbs, it can be used for bleeding due to Heat, Cold Excess or Deficiency；
Chronic diarrhea and dysentery；
Trichomonas vaginitis (topical), tapeworm and malarial disorders (internal)；
Qi and Blood Deficiencies due to overexertion；
The vine is used topically or internally, treats breast abscesses, swellings and ulcerations
【Cautions& Contraindications】
Contraindicated for those with Heat or Excess Fire.
This herb may cause nausea and vomiting or palpitations and flushing.
Do not use is cases of acute diarrhea or dysentery as it may contribute to retention of pathogens.
【HERB/DRUG INTERACTIONS】
This herb contains vitamin K which may reduce the anticoagulant effect of warfarin (Coumadin). While concurrent use of this herb is not contraindicated, it should be used with caution in order to prevent clots.