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 Category  Shou Se Yao
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 Name  Yu Yu Liang
禹余糧
Limonite
 Grown  South China.
 Source  A kind of iron ore composed mainly of ferric oxide
 Ingredients  2Fe2O3, 3H2O
 Pharma Effect  
 Properties  Sweet, astringent, neutral
 Channels  Stomach, large intestine
 Function  Binds up intestines to stop diarrhea and stops bleeding.
 Clinic Usage  For chronic diarrhea or dysentery, blood discharge and leukorrhea.
 Cautions  Contraindicated in cases of excessive symptoms. Use with caution during pregnancy.
 Dosage  10~20g
 Storage  Store in a cool, dry place.