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.

Xue Yu Tan

血余炭 Xue Yu Tan

Crinis Carbonisatus

Nature

平

Taste

苦

📍

Meridians

肝 · 胃

💊 Actions

Stops bleeding and promotes urination; for internal bleeding and weak urination (traditional).

Contraindications

Do not use when there is no bleeding; historical/pharmaceutical.

📖 Usage & Dosage

4.5-9 grams.

🏠 Human Hair Charcoal

The name "blood-hair charcoal" is strange but documented; it appears in archival records.