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Pugionii Herba

Pugionum

沙芥 〔沙芥〕 shā jiè

Kingdom: Plant

Origin in unofficial sources: Pugionium cornutum (L.) Gaertn.

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Acrid; warm.

Actions and indications: Moves qì, relieves pain, disperses food, and resolves toxin.* Treats indigestion; distension and fullness in the chest and rib-side; food poisoning.*

Dosage and method: Oral: Decoct (15–30g dried, 30–60g fresh) or grind to a powder (3–4.5g).

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