紫石英

Zi Shi Ying

Name

Zi Shi Ying (Fluoritum)

Property

Sweet, warm; liver and heart meridians entered.

Actions

Induce tranquilization, relieve palpitation, warm the uterus and direct the qi downward.

Indications

asthenic disease, palpitation, infertility due to cold uterus, cough and abnormal rising of qi.

Dosage and administration

Decoct 9~15 g. Smash and decoct first.

Cations

It is contraindicated in case of yin deficiency with effulgent fire.