The dried tuberous root of Euphorbia kansui (Euphorbiaceae). Enters the Lung, Kidney, and Large Intestine channels. Among the strongest water-draining purgatives; toxic and antagonistic to licorice root (Eighteen Antagonisms).
甘gan
Actions · 功效
泻水逐饮Drain water and expel retained fluid
消肿散结Reduce swelling and dissipate nodulation
通利二便Free the stool and urine
Indications · 主治
水肿腹胀Edema with abdominal distention
胸胁停饮Retained fluid in the chest and hypochondria
痰迷癫痫Epilepsy due to phlegm clouding
Dosage · 用量
Per day · decoction · non-pregnant adult
0.5–1.5 g
入丸散。有毒，醋制减毒。反甘草（十八反）
Reference range for non-pregnant adults. Not a personalized prescription. Pregnancy, lactation, and pediatric use require specialist supervision.