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Kaolin

Kaolin

白石脂 〔白石脂〕 bái shí zhī

Alternate Chinese names: 高岭土 gāo lǐng tǔ; 白符 bái fú; 白陶土 bái táo tǔ

Kingdom: Mineral

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Sweet and sour; balanced.

Actions and indications: Astringes the intestines and stanches bleeding. Treats enduring diarrhea; enduring dysentery; flooding and spotting; vaginal discharge; seminal emission.

Dosage and method: Oral: Decoct (9–12g) or make into pills or powders.

Warnings: Contraindicated in damp-heat accumulations.

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