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Chelidonii Radix

Celandine root

白屈菜根 〔白屈菜根〕 bái qū cài gēn

Alternate English names: greater celandine

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Chelidonium majus L.

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Bitter and astringent; warm.

Actions and indications: Breaks stasis and disperses swelling; stanches bleeding and relieves pain. Treats taxation damage; blood stasis; menstrual irregularities; menstrual pain; digestive tract ulcers; snake bites.

Dosage and method: Oral: Decoct (3–9g).

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