The dried flower buds of Daphne genkwa (Thymelaeaceae). Enters the Lung, Spleen, and Kidney channels. Drains water and expels fluid while also dispelling phlegm and stopping cough. Toxic; antagonistic to licorice root.
芫yuan
Actions · 功效
泻水逐饮Drain water and expel retained fluid
祛痰止咳Dispel phlegm and stop cough
杀虫疗疮Kill parasites and treat sores
Indications · 主治
水肿臌胀Edema and drum-like distention
胸胁停饮Retained fluid in the chest and hypochondria
咳喘痰多Cough and wheezing with copious phlegm
Dosage · 用量
Per day · decoction · non-pregnant adult
1.5–3 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.