Note: the actions, contraindications and usage sections are currently published in Arabic (primary market content); translations are in progress. Herb name, nature, taste and meridians are shown as is.

He Zi

诃子 He Zi

Chebulae Fructus

Nature

平

Taste

苦、酸、涩

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Meridians

肺 · 大肠

💊 Actions

Astringes and stops diarrhea and chronic cough; the foundation of astringent herbs.

Contraindications

Contraindicated in acute cough and the initial stage of acute diarrhea.

📖 Usage & Dosage

3-9 grams.

🏠 Indian Myrobalan

Halileh is well known in Greco-Islamic medicine, serving as an ideal historical bridge.