Medicinals
sōng zǐ rén / 松子仁 / 松子仁 / pine nut
Latin pharmacognostic name: Pini Semen
Alternate English names:
Alternate Chinese names: 松子 sōng zǐ; 松子仁 sōng zǐ rén
Origin: Plant
Use: alimentary
Category: Draining-precipitant agents / Moist precipitant agents
Properties: Sweet; warm; nontoxic*.
Channel entry: lung and large intestine channels.
Indications:
- Moistens the intestines and frees the stool:
Intestinal dryness constipation. - Moistens lung dryness: Lung dryness cough.
Dosage & Method:
Oral: Decoct (4.5–9g); use in pastes and pills.
Warning:
Contraindicated in sloppy stool and patients with phlegm-damp.
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