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- Polyporus
| Medicinal Group | Dampness-draining diuretic medicinal |
|---|---|
| Source | Dried sclerotium of the fungus, Polyporus umbellatus (Pers.) Fries (Fam. Polyporaceae) |
| Nature and Flavors | sweet, bland; neutral |
| Meridian Affinity | Kidney, Bladder |
| Actions | To induce diuresis to drain dampness |
Family
Polyporaceae
Part used
Fungi
Indications
Oliguria, edema, diarrhea, dysuria, leukorrhalgia
Research Findings
- The crude extracts and isolated compounds from Polyporus umbellatus possess many kinds of biological functions, especially in the diuretic activities and the treatment of kidney diseases as well as anti-cancer, immuno-enhancing and hepatoprotective activities.[1]
Cautions
No Data.
Report on adverse effect
No Data.
Reference
Reference
- Zhao YY. (2013). Traditional uses, phytochemistry, pharmacology, pharmacokinetics and quality control of Polyporus umbellatus (Pers.) Fries: a review. J Ethnopharmacol. , 149(1):35-48. doi: 10.1016/j.jep.2013.06.031. Epub 2013 Jun 26.
