Single Herbs

Category	Li Shui Shen Shi Yao 利水滲濕藥
Sub Category
Name	Chi Xiao Dou 赤小豆 Aduki bean
Grown	Throughout China.
Source	Dried seeds of Phaseolus calcaratus Roxb. or Phaseolus angularis Wight.
Ingredients	Palmitic acid, Linolenic acid, triglycerids, ?-Glutamyl Peptide, Pipecolic acid, Albumin, Delphinidin-Monoglucoside
Pharma Effect
Properties	Sweet, sour, neutral
Channels	Heart, small intestine
Function	Promotes urination, removes dampness, harmonizes blood, expels pus, reduces edema and relieves toxicity.
Clinic Usage	For edema, beriberi, diarrhea, jaundice, bloody stool and swellings.
Cautions
Dosage	9~30g. Proper amount for external use. Apply powder to wounds.
Storage	Store in a dry place. Protect from worm infestation.