Pyrrosia Leaf, Shí Wéi, 石韦, Pyrrosiae Folium

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Health Benefits
For: UTI
Attributes: Antitussive • Antiviral • Expectorant • Promote white blood cells
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Category: Drain Dampness 
English: Pyrrosia Leaf    Pinyin:  Shi Wei      Pharmaceutical: Pyrrosiae Folium  
Organs: Bladder • Lungs      Temperature: Cool  
Taste: Bitter • Sweet      Toxicity:   
Patterns: Blood Heat, Lung Heat, Damp Heat 
Actions:  Promote urination • Relieve UTI • Reduce edema • Relieve cough • Dispel phlegm • Stop bleeding
Key 2nd Actions: Stop Bleeding • Stop Cough/Wheezing • Dissolve KD Stone
Indications: Stone Lin, Blood Lin, blood heat bleeding like hematemesis, uterine bleeding. Cough and wheezing from Lung heat.
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Typical Dosage: 6-16g Severe cases: up to 30g          Guidelines
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Bie Jia Jian Wan, San Jin Tang, Shi Wei San

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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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