Single Herbs

Category	Li Shui Shen Shi Yao 利水滲濕藥
Sub Category
Name	Fu Ling 茯苓 Poria
Grown	North and south China.
Source	Dried sclerotium of Poria cocos(Schw.) Wolf.
Ingredients	?-Pachyman, Pachymic acid
Pharma Effect	The herbal extract has diuretic, ulcer-resistant and anti-neoplastic effects.
Properties	Sweet, bland, neutral
Channels	Heart, lungs, spleen, kidneys
Function	Promotes urination, leaches out dampness, strengthens spleen, harmonizes the middle burner, calms heart and spirit, generates saliva and quenches thirst.
Clinic Usage	For urinary difficulties, diarrhea, edema, a sensation of distention, phlegm retention, regurgitation, vomiting, palpitation, forgetfulness, epigastric fullness, irritability and alternating fever and cold.
Cautions
Dosage	9~15g
Storage	Store in a cool, dry place. Protect from dampness, chillness, heat and mold.