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| Attributes: antibiotic, gastrointestinal [18] |
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Essential oil, alpinetin, 7-hydroxy-5-methoxyt1 avanone, cardamonin, 2,4 -dihydroxy-6- methoxychalcone. [18] |
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| Other Names: Ming Yi Za Zhu |
| Alpinia katsumadai Hayata is not in the USDA Plant Database. Drill down via USDA Interactive Map: |
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Category: Aromatic Transform Damp  |
| English: Katsumadai Seed Pinyin: Cao Dou Kou Pharmaceutical: Semen Alpiniae Katsumadai |
| Organs: Spleen • Stomach • Lung Temperature: Warm |
| Taste: Pungent • Aromatic Toxicity: |
| Patterns: Middle Jiao Cold Damp |
Actions: Warm Middle Jiao, Dry Dampness, Promote Qi movement of MJ
Key 2nd Actions: Move Qi • Stop Diarrhea • Stop Nausea/Vomit/Hiccup |
| Indications: Middle Jiao cold and damp accumulation, nausea and vomiting from cold phlegm |
| Contraindications: Yin Deficiency, Blood Deficiency |
| Typical Dosage: 5g to 10g [25], 3g to 6g[18]; Add at the end, do not over cook Guidelines |
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Herbal medicine may interact negatively with pharma drugs and other herbs. Examples below:
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