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补阴药 · Yin-nourishing

Ophiopogon root mài dōng · 麦冬

Ophiopogon japonicus

Nature and flavour. Sweet, slightly bitter, slightly cold; Heart, Lung and Stomach systems.

Described as moistening the Lung and Stomach systems in dry patterns.

性味归经。甘、微苦,微寒;归心、肺、胃经。

传统认为能润养肺、胃,用于"燥"类证候。

Classical category · no formulas, no dosages, no herb-drug combinations are given.
Safety. Regarded as mild. Classical statements advise against it where there is marked dampness or loose stool. Allergic reactions have been reported occasionally.

一般认为平和。传统认为湿盛或便溏者不宜。偶有过敏反应的报道。

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