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Latin pharmacognostic name: Galli Caro

Kingdom: Animal

Origin in PRC Pharmacopoeia: Gallus gallus domesticus Brisson. (PRC Pharmacopoeia)

Origin (other sources): Gallus gallus domesticus Brisson

Use: Alimentary

Category:

Properties: Sweet; warm; nontoxic*.

Channel entry: Spleen and stomach channels.

Indications:

Warms the center, boosts qì, supplements essence and increases marrow.

emaciation in vacuity taxation; center vacuity with torpid intake; diarrhea or dysentery; dispersion-thirst (xiāo kě); frequent urination; flooding and spotting; vaginal discharge; scant breast milk; vacuity following illness.

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