仙鹤草
Agrimony
仙鹤草xiān hè cǎo · Agrimonia pilosa
Category
stop bleeding
Nature
neutral
Taste
bitter, astringent
Meridians
Lung, Liver, Spleen
Dosage
9–15 g
Functions
restrains bleeding across many patterns (hot, cold, deficient or excess) relieves dysentery and helps expel parasites supports and restores when there is deficiency and fatigue
Indications
many types of bleeding — coughing or vomiting of blood, blood in the stool or urine, uterine bleeding chronic diarrhea or dysentery fatigue and weakness (supportive)
Contraindications
⚠️ identify the underlying bleeding pattern; astringes, so avoid trapping an unresolved pathogen
For education only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified practitioner.