Wang Gua Gen王瓜根
Radix Trichosanthis CucumeroidisJapanese Snakegourd Root
- Category
- Herbs that Clear Blood Heat, Invigorate the Blood and Break up Stasis
- Nature
- cold
- Taste
- bitter
- Channels entered
- Bladder, Lung, Heart
- Dosage
- 5–9 g
Actions & indications
- Clears Heat, generates Fluids, invigorates the Blood and breaks up Blood Stasis
- Difficult urination, amenorrhea and constipation caused by Heat Accumulation
- Jaundice, sores, abdominal masses and polydipsia caused by fever.
Notes
- It inhibits cancer-cell growth.
- It is said to clear accumulated Heat and reduce inflammation.
- It is also said to remedy a darkened complexion and facial sores.
- It treats leukorrhea, menstrual disorders, difficulty swallowing and abdominal distention.
- It reduces swelling, resolves jaundice, and promotes both lactation and menstruation.
- Taken by itself, it effectively eases cancer-related pain.