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涌吐·截疟药(有毒) · Antimalarial / emetic (toxic)

Dichroa cháng shān · 常山

Dichroa febrifuga

Nature and flavour. Bitter, cold, toxic; Lung, Heart and Liver systems.

A traditional antimalarial and emetic herb; its use is limited by strong nausea and vomiting, and modern care for fever is essential.

性味归经。苦、辛,寒,有毒;归肺、心、肝经。

传统截疟、涌吐之品;因致剧吐而用受限,现代发热仍须规范诊治。

Classical category · no formulas, no dosages, no herb-drug combinations are given.
Safety. TOXIC and a potent emetic — can cause severe vomiting and, in overdose, real harm. Never self-administer for fever; professional diagnosis and modern antimalarials take priority. Not for pregnancy.

有毒且致剧烈呕吐,过量可伤身。发热切勿自行服此;须先由专业人员诊断并以现代抗疟药为主。孕妇忌用。

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