Single Herbs

Category	Li Shui Shen Shi Yao 利水滲濕藥
Sub Category
Name	Mu Tong 木通 Akebia caulis
Grown	North and south China.
Source	Dried stem of Akebia trifoliata (Thunb.) KOIDZ. or Aristolochia manshuriensis KOMA.
Ingredients	Akebia puinata, Hederagenin, L-arabinose, L-rhamnose, Akebosides, Arjunolic acid
Pharma Effect	1) Diuretic properties - the herbal decoction has a slight diuretic effect. 2) Effect on peptic ulcer - the herbal extract has an inhibiting effect on secretion of gastric juice. It effectively prevented gastric ulcer caused by stress in mice.
Properties	Bitter, cold
Channels	Heart, small intestine, bladder
Function	Removes intense heat from heart, clears heat in lungs and transforms body fluids. Can also be used for amenorrhea and open blocked orifices.
Clinic Usage	For difficult urination, five types of urinary disorders (uropsammus, urinary incontinence, galacturia, pollakiuria and hematuria), edema, painful throat, amenorrhea, insufficient lactation, slight fever and pain all over the body, cold feet and latent he
Cautions	Use with caution during pregnancy.
Dosage	3~6g
Storage	Store in a dry place.