木鱉子
- ENG
- Cochinchina Momordica Seed
- LATIN
- Momordicae Semen
| Medicinal Group | Heat-clearing and detoxicating medicinal |
|---|---|
| Source | Dried ripe seed of Momordica cochinchinensis (Lour.) Spreng. (Fam. Cucurbitaceae) |
| Nature and Flavors | bitter, slightly sweet; cool; toxic |
| Meridian Affinity | Liver, Spleen, Stomach |
| Actions | To promote the subsidence of nodulation and swelling, counteract poisons and cure sores |
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Part used
Seed
Indications
Sores and inflammatory swelling, mastitis, scrofula, hemorrhoids, anal fistula, chronic eczema, neurodermatitis, scald
Cautions
Use with caution in pregnancy
Report on adverse effect
Excessive use can cause mild liver damage [1]
Reference
王皓、富琦、王笑民 (2011)。<含超量木鱉子湯劑毒副反應分析>。北京中醫藥，12。
