Alisma, Zé Xiè, 泽泻, Rhizoma Alismatis

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For: Edema • Leukorrhea • Difficult urination • Ear fluid retention
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Alisma Orientalis is not in the USDA Plant Database.  Drill down via USDA Interactive Map:

USA: Alisma Orientalis USDA Zones:  

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Category: Drain Dampness 
English: Alisma    Pinyin:  Ze Xie      Pharmaceutical: Rhizoma Alismatis  
Organs: Kidney • Bladder      Temperature: Cold  
Taste: Sweet • Bland      Toxicity:   
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Actions:  Drain Kidney fire, Drain dampness, Promote urination
Indications: Lower jiao damp heat, Excessive dampness, Phlegm, Kidney yin deficiency, Tinnitus, Dizziness, PUD, Leukorrhea, Edema, Urinary dysfunction
Contraindications: Spermatorrhea, Vaginal secretion, Kidney yang deficiency, Kidney dysfunction, Damp cold
Typical Dosage: 5g-10g          Guidelines
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Combine With Purpose
Formulas with Ze Xie
Chai Ling Tang • Liu Wei Di Huang Wan • Long Dan Xie Gan Tang • Shu Zuo Yin Zi • Wu Ling San • Ze Xie Tang

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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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