Lophatherum Stem Leaves , Dàn Zhú Yè, 淡竹叶, Herba Lophatherum Gracile

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For: High fever without chills • Intense thirst • Mouth sores • Swollen, painful gum • Urinary tract infection
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Category: Clear Heat Drain Fire 
English: Lophatherum Stem Leaves     Pinyin:  Dan Zhu Ye      Pharmaceutical: Herba Lophatherum Gracile   
Organs: Heart • Small Intestine • Stomach      Temperature: Cold  
Taste: Sweet • Bland      Toxicity:   
Patterns: Excessive interior heat 
Actions:  Clear heat • Drain fire• Promote urination • Clear damp heat • Reduce irritability • Clear heart or stomach channel heat • Reduce swollen painful gums
Indications: Heart fire transferring to small intesting • Irritability • Mouth sores • Urinary tract infection • Heat in small intestine or stomach channels • Red tongue tip • Thirst
Contraindications: Cold and deficiency of Spleen and Stomach
Typical Dosage: 6g to 9g          Guidelines
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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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