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利水渗湿药 · Dampness-draining

Plantain seed chē qián zǐ · 车前子

Plantago asiatica

Nature and flavour. Sweet, slightly cold; Liver, Kidney and Lung systems.

The seed coat swells in water; traditionally used for urinary and bowel complaints, and to clear heat described as damp.

性味归经。甘,微寒;归肝、肾、肺经。

种皮遇水膨胀;传统用于小便与大便不畅,并用于清利湿热。

Classical category · no formulas, no dosages, no herb-drug combinations are given.
Safety. Because the seed swells, it must be taken with enough water. Described as unsuitable in pregnancy without supervision.

因遇水膨胀,服用时需足够饮水。孕期无医师指导不宜使用。

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