Betel Nut, Bīn Láng, 槟榔, Semen Areca Catechu

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Attributes: anti-parasitic, increase appetite, hypotensive, purgative
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Constituents: 
arecoline, arecaine, guvacoline, guracine, homoarecoline

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Areca Catechu is not in the USDA Plant Database.  Drill down via USDA Interactive Map:

USA: Areca Catechu USDA Zones:  

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Category: Expel Parasites 
English: Betel Nut    Pinyin:  Bing Lang      Pharmaceutical: Semen Areca Catechu  
Organs: Large Intestine • Stomach      Temperature: Warm  
Taste: Pungent • Bitter      Toxicity: Long term use at high dosages leads to oral cancer.   
Patterns:  
Actions:  Kill parasites, promote urination, move Qi, clear food stagnation, relieve nausea/vomiting
Indications: Roundworm infestation, hookworm infestation, lower limb edema, Qi and food stagnation
Contraindications: Qi prolapse, Qi deficiency, Spleen/Stomach deficiency
Typical Dosage: 6g to 15g          Guidelines
Parts Used:       Notable for:
Other: Dao Di: Guang Dong
Combine With Purpose
Formulas with Bing Lang

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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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