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收涩药 · Astringent

Cornus (dogwood fruit) shān zhū yú · 山茱萸

Cornus officinalis

Nature and flavour. Sour, astringent, slightly warm; Liver and Kidney systems.

The key astringent in the best-known classical Kidney-tonifying formula.

性味归经。酸、涩,微温;归肝、肾经。

经典补肾方中最关键的收涩药。

Classical category · no formulas, no dosages, no herb-drug combinations are given.
Safety. Generally well tolerated. Classical statements advise against it where there is marked damp-heat or difficult urination. Allergic reactions have been reported.

一般耐受良好。传统认为明显湿热或小便不利者不宜。有过敏反应的报道。

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