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 Pruni, S


Pin Yin: yu li ren
Common name: bush-cherry seed
Botanical family: Rosaceae
Botanical name: 1, Prunus japonica Thunb.; 2, P. humilis Bge.

Primary action: Drain-Lubricate
Secondary actions: Dispel Wind Dampness
Temperature: neutral
Taste: acrid, sweet, bitter
Entering Channel: SI, LI

Actions:
   Moistens Intestines and moves stool; used for stagnant Intestinal Qi constipation.
   Promotes urination and reduces edema; used for Leg Qi edema with difficult urination and constipation.
   (See Large Intestine Dryness; Leg Qi .)

Indications: constipation, edema, inhibited urination

Cautions:
   Contraindicated in pregnancy.

Dosage: 1-3 qian.

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