Cannabis Seeds, Huǒ Má Rén, 火麻仁, Cannabis Semen

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Health Benefits
For: constipation
Attributes: laxative
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Constituents: 
oleic acid, linoleic acid, fatty acid, palmitic acid, cannabisins, grossamide, cannabinol, cannabinolic acid, cannflavin

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Cannabis Sativa L. is not in the USDA Plant Database.  Drill down via USDA Interactive Map:

USA: Cannabis Sativa L. USDA Zones:  

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Category: Downward Draining 
English: Cannabis Seeds    Pinyin:  Huo Ma Ren      Pharmaceutical: Cannabis Semen  
Organs: Large Intestine • Spleen • Stomach      Temperature: Neutral  
Taste: Sweet      Toxicity:   
Patterns: Dry intestines with constipation, Yin deficiency constipation 
Actions:  Moisten intestines, nourish Yin fluids, unblock dry bowels[25]
Indications: constipation in the elderly, Yin deficiency constipation, Blood deficiency constipation
Contraindications: 
Typical Dosage: 9g - 15g          Guidelines
Parts Used:       Notable for:
Other:
Combine With Purpose
Formulas with Huo Ma Ren
Ma Zi Ren Tang, Run Chang Wan, Ma Zi Ren Wan,

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Be cautions with all medicine.
Potential Drug Interactions

Herbal medicine may interact negatively with pharma drugs and other herbs.  Examples below:

Herbs:

Pharma Drugs:

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Information in this post came from many sources, including class notes, practitioners, websites, webinars, books, magazines, and editor's personal experience.  While the original source often came from historical Chinese texts,  variations may result from the numerous English translations.   Always consult a doctor prior to using these drugs.  The information here is strictly for educational purposes. 

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