冬瓜皮
- ENG
- Chinese waxgourd Peel
- LATIN
- Benincasae Exocarpium
| Medicinal Group | Dampness-draining diuretic medicinal |
|---|---|
| Source | Dried exocarp of Benincasa hispida (Thunb.) Cogn. (Fam. Cucurbitaceae) |
| Nature and Flavors | sweet; cool |
| Meridian Affinity | Spleen, Small intestine |
| Actions | To induce diuresis to alleviate edema |
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Part used
Fruit
Indications
Edema with oliguria; thirsty and scanty dark urine due to summer-heat
Cautions
No Data.
Report on adverse effect
No Data.
Reference
No Data.
