MANG XIAO
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Mirabilitum

Nomenclature

MANG XIAO
芒硝
Mirabilitum
Other Names

Mirabilitum


Properties:

Salty Bitter
Lung / LU Stomach / ST Large Intestine / LI


Dosage and Toxicity

10 - 15 gm


Functions

Purges excess, softens hardness (constipation due to excess heat accumulation in the Large Intestine/Large Intestine / LI)
Da Cheng Qi Tang, Tiao Wei Cheng Qi Tang
Clears heat and sedates fire (febrile disease, hot phlegm, nodules from heat and toxins)


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Footnotes: Dissolve at end of decoction
For external use, just dissolve in water.

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