Category
soften Hardness / transform Phlegm
Nature
cold
Taste
salty
Meridians
Liver, Stomach, Kidney
Dosage
6–12 g
Functions
softens hardness and dissolves phlegm-nodules promotes urination, reduces oedema
Indications
goitre, scrofula, phlegm lumps testicular swelling oedema
Contraindications
⚠️ Spleen/Stomach deficiency with cold-damp
Notes
similar to Hai Zao, often paired with it
For education only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified practitioner.