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Kingdom: Animal

Origin in unofficial sources: Sinonovacula constricta (Lamarck)

Use: Alimentary

Properties: Sweet and salty; cold; nontoxic*.

Channel entry: Kidney and liver channels.*

Actions and indications: Supplements yīn, clears heat, and eliminates vexation. Treats postpartum vacuity detriment; heat vexation and thirst; damp-heat water swelling; dysentery.

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