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.

Yan Huang Lian

岩黄连 Yan Huang Lian

Corydalis Saxicolae Herba

Nature

Cool

Taste

Bitter

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Meridians

Liver Gallbladder

💊 Actions

Clears and drains damp-heat, promotes gallbladder function and relieves jaundice, used for icteric hepatitis and cholecystitis (Corydalis saxicola!).

Contraindications

Safe.

📖 Usage & Dosage

6-9 grams.

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