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Mactrae Concha Pulverata

Mactra clam shell powder

蛤蜊粉 〔蛤蜊粉〕 gé lí fěn

Alternate Chinese names: 蛤粉3 gé fěn

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Mactra quadrangularis Deshayes

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Salty*; cold*.

Channel entry: Lung and kidney channels.

Actions and indications: Clears heat, disinhibits dampness, transforms phlegm, and softens hardness. Treats phlegm-rheum panting and cough; water swelling; stomach pain and retching counterflow; white turbidity; flooding; vaginal discharge; goiter; scalds.

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