Benincasae Semen
Benincasae Semen
Dong Gua Zi

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Sweet; slightly cold

Part(s) used

Potential toxicity/side effects

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

For promoting diuresis and desolving inflammation

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Phlegm-heat cough, pulmonary welling abscess, intestinal welling abscess, white turbidity, vaginal discharge, beriberi, edema, strangury syndrome.