Opium
Papaver Somniferum
Ya Pian

About

Properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Bitter; warm

Part(s) used

Latex from unripe capsules

Potential toxicity/side effects

Toxic

Functions/effects it is traditionally believed to have

To relieve pain, astringe intestines, suppress cough.

Conditions/symptoms it is traditionally used to treat

Pain in heart and abdomen, chronic diarrhea, chronic dysentery, dry cough without phlegm.