Cattail Pollen, Pú Huáng, 蒲黄, Pollen Typhae

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Category: Regulate Blood - Stop Bleeding 
English: Cattail Pollen    Pinyin:  Pu Huang      Pharmaceutical: Pollen Typhae  
Organs: Liver • Heart • Spleen      Temperature: Neutral     Taste: Sweet      Toxicity:   
Actions:  Stop stasis bleeding • Invigorate blood • Clear blood stasis • Promote urination • Relieve PUD
Indications: Traumatic injuries • Uterine bleeding • Nosebleed • Bloody vomit • Bloody stool • Bloody mucus • Bloody urine • Subcutaneous bleeding • Stone Lin • Bloody Lin • Menstrual pain • Postpartum abdominal pain
Contraindications: Pregnancy
Dosage: 4.5g to 12g           Guidelines
Parts Used:       Notable for: Cools blood • Especially for uterine bleeding and menstrual pain from blood stasis
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Combine With Purpose
Formulas with Pu Huang
Pu Huang San • Shi Xiao San • Xiao Ji Yin Zi

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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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