Single Herbs

Category	Zhi Xie Yao 止血藥
Sub Category
Name	Zi Zhu 紫珠 Callicarpa leaf
Grown	South of Yantze River.
Source	The leaf of Callicarpa pedunculata R. Br.
Ingredients	Alkaloid
Pharma Effect	Stops bleeding and sterilizing.
Properties	Bitter, astringent, cold
Channels	Lung, liver, stomach
Function	Astringent, stops bleeding, relieves toxicity and heals ulcers.
Clinic Usage	For nosebleeds, coughing with blood, blood expectoration, blood in urine, blood in the stool, heavy or incessant bloody discharge, bleeding of the gums and traumatic bleeding.
Cautions	Use with caution in cases of stomach or spleen deficiency with cold.
Dosage	10~15g. To intake in powders, 1.5~3g per dosage. Proper amount for external use.
Storage	Store in a dry place.