GAN SUI
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Radix Euphorbiae Kansui

Nomenclature

GAN SUI
甘遂
Radix Euphorbiae Kansui
Other Names

Euphorbiae Kansui


Properties:

Bitter Sweet
Lung / LU Kidney / KD Large Intestine / LI


Dosage and Toxicity

Toxic!
0.5 - 1 gm in powder or pill added at end of decoction


Functions

Purges Downward and Eliminates Water Accumulation (ascitis, with edema in the face and extremities)
Eliminates Phlegm (seizures from XS phlegm and heat)


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