alisma
泽泻zé xiè · Alisma plantago-aquatica
Category
drain Dampness
Nature
cold
Taste
sweet, bland
Meridians
Kidney, Bladder
Dosage
6–12 g
in broth
Functions
promotes urination, removes dampness removes heat (lower heater)
Indications
edema, dysuria dampness-heat in the lower burner Dizziness caused by fluid retention
Contraindications
Deficiency of Yin without dampness
Notes
Effectively removes excess fluid and clears heat from the lower heater; often used in combination with fu-lin to treat edema. Family: Alismataceae Part used: tuber Active constituents: triterpenes (alisols)
For education only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified practitioner.