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.
Li Lu
藜芦 Li Lu
Veratri Nigri Radix et Rhizoma
💊 Actions
Promotes vomiting of phlegm and kills parasites; for phlegm-food blockage with colic (strong emetic — for external use/after processing).
Contraindications
⚠️⚠️⚠️ Toxic; must not be combined with tonic herbs (classical incompatibility rule!).
📖 Usage & Dosage
After processing/external use.
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