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Yao Dao
Da Fu Pi

Da Fu Pi

Pericarpium Arecea Catechu大腹皮
Nature
slightly Warm
Flavours
Acrid/Pungent, Sour
Meridians
Large Intestine, Small Intestine, Spleen, Stomach
Class
Parasite-Expelling Medicinals (Qu Chong Yao)Qi-Rectifying Medicinals (Li Qi Yao)Water-Eliminating and Diuresis-Favoring Medicinals (Li Shui Shen Shi Yao)
Dosage
3–10 · 6–12 g

Actions / Functions

  • Mobilizes Qi
  • Favors Water elimination (diuresis)
  • Eliminates Dampness
  • Disperses swellings (edemas)