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Equisetum, Mù Zé, 木贼, Herba Equiseti Hiemalis

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Health Benefits

For: Cold/flu with red, swelling eye pain • Night blindness • Hemorrhoids • Bloody dysentery • Gastrointestinal bleeding

Attributes: Anti-inflammatory • Antiplatelet • Diuretic • Hypotensive • Sedative

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Constituents:
Flavones • Succinic acid • Vanillin • Ferulic acid • Palustrine • Thymine • Caffic acid

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Pharmacopeias: Jia You Ben Cao

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Equisetum hiemale L. is not in the USDA Plant Database. Drill down via USDA Interactive Map:

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Properties, Actions, Indications, etc. Category: Release Exterior Wind Heat

English: Equisetum Pinyin: Mu Zei Pharmaceutical: Herba Equiseti Hiemalis

Organs: Lung • Liver • Gall Bladder Temperature: Neutral

Taste: Sweet • Bitter Toxicity:

Patterns: Wind heat • Red eyes

Actions: Clear heat • Brighten eyes • Clear superficial visual obstructions • Stop bleeding

Indications: Severe fever • Red eyes • Rashes

Contraindications: Qi, blood, yin or yang deficiency • Pregnancy • Liver yang rising • Not for long term use

Typical Dosage: 3g to 9g; Maximum dosage is 30 grams Guidelines

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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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