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| Chinese Name |
Gouji |
| Latin |
Rhizoma Cibotii |
| English Name |
Cibot Rhizome |
| Key Characteristics |
Herb that dispels wind-dampness, and strengthens the muscles and bones
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| Source |
Dried rhizome fo Cibotium barometz (L.) J. Sm. (Fam. Dicksoniaceae) |
| Property, Flavor and Meridians Entered |
Bitter, sweet, warm; Liver, Kidney |
| Actions |
To reinforce the liver and kidney, strengthen the lower back and knees, and dispel wind-dampness
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| Indications |
Weakness and aching pain of the lower back and knees, weakness of legs, rheumatic arthralgia |
| Precaution |
It is not suggested to prescribe to those with difficult urination and heat in the kidney from deficiency. |
| Chemical Composition |
It contains pterosin, onitin-2’-O-β-D-glucoside, onitin-2’-O-β-D-alloside, etc. |
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