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Alternate English names: Japanese plum root bark

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Prunus salicina Lindl.

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Salty and bitter; cold; nontoxic.^✽

Channel entry: Liver channel.✽

Actions and indications: Clears heat and precipitates qì. Treats dispersion-thirst (xiāo kě); heart vexation; running piglet; vaginal discharge; toothache.

Dosage and method: Oral: Decoct (6–9g). Topical: Decoct as a mouthwash or apply juice obtained by wet-grinding.

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