Gecko, Gé Jiè, 蛤蚧, Gekko gecko

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Category: Tonify Yang 
English: Gecko    Pinyin:  Ge Jie      Pharmaceutical: Gekko gecko   
Organs: Lung • Kidney      Temperature: Neutral  
Taste: Salty      Toxicity:   
Patterns: Kidney Yang Deficiency 
Actions:  Tonify Kidney Yang to grasp Lung Qi • Nourish essence and blood
Indications: Lung Qi Xu: shortness of breath, wheezing, asthma. Kidney Yang Xu: impotence, early morning diarrhea, frequent urination.
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Typical Dosage: 1g to 2g in powder form          Guidelines
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Notes: Ge Jie should be taken as herbal wine or in pill or powder form - never decocted. The tail of the gecko has the most medicinal value. According to traditional text, one male and one female should be used together.
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Formulas with Ge Jie

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

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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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