牵牛子
morning glory seed
牵牛子qiān niú zǐ · Ipomoea nil
Category
purgative / expel Water (toxic)
Nature
cold
Taste
bitter
Meridians
Lung, Kidney, Large Intestine
Dosage
3–9 g
crush; as intended
Functions
It strongly expels water and alleviates stagnation (it has a laxative and diuretic effect) expels parasites
Indications
severe edema, ascites constipation with fecal impaction helminthic infections
Contraindications
pregnancy weakness incompatible with Ba-Dou ⚠️ toxic, has a strong effect: small doses, as prescribed
Notes
POISONOUS. It strongly “drains fluid” in cases of edema and ascites and expels parasites; it acts rapidly and requires caution. Family: Morning Glory Family (Convolvulaceae) Part used: seed Active constituents: resin glycosides (farbitin)
For education only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified practitioner.