贯叶连翘

Guan Ye Lian Qiao

Name

Guan Ye Lian Qiao (Common St.Johnwort herb with root)

Property

Bitter, astringent, neutral; liver meridian entered.

Actions

Clear heat and remove toxicity, astringe to stop bleeding, promote diuresis.

Indications

Sores and boils, rheumatic arthritis, hematemesis, colitis with blood, traumatic hemorrhage, ulcers in the nose, aphtha,

Dosage and administration

Decoct 6~9 g. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying.