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Gentianae Algidae Herba

白花龙胆 〔白花龍膽〕 bái huā lóng dǎn

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Gentiana algida Pall.; Gentiana algida Pall. var. przewalskii (Maxim.) Kusnez.

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Bitter*; cold*.

Actions and indications: Drains liver-gallbladder repletion fire; clears damp-heat; settles cough; and fortifies the stomach. Treats common cold and heat effusion; red eyes; painful pharynx;meningitis; pneumonia; cough; gastritis; painful urination; genital itch; scrotal eczema.

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

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