Knotgrass (BianXu)
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【PROPERTI】Bitter,Slightly Cold
【CHANNELS ENTERED】Bladder
【ACTIONS】
Drains Damp-Heat from the Urinary Bladder, promotes urination and unblocks painful urinary dysfunction;
Expels parasites and stops itching
【Indications/Syndromes】
Damp-Heat Painful Urinary Dysfunction (Lin Syndrome);
Damp-Heat jaundice;
Damp lesions with itch including tinea;
Intestinal parasites such as tapeworm, hookworm and pinworm
【Cautions& Contraindications】
Contraindicated for those with difficult urination due to abdominal weakness.
Overdose can cause Qi Deficiency.
It may cause dermatitis or gastrointestinal disturbance.
Over consumption can cause depletion of Jing.
【HERB/DRUG INTERACTIONS】
Concurrent use with diuretics such as chlorothiazide, hydrochlorothiazide, furmoside (Lasix), bumetinide (Bumex) and torsemide (Demadex) may lead to increased elimination of water and/or electrolytes.