Shu Fu Chong

Name

Shu Fu Chong (pillbug)

The Effect of Shu Fu Chong

Property

Sour, cool; liver meridian entered.

Actions

Break blood, stimulate the menstrual flow and promote diuresis.

Indications

Amenorrhea, chronic malaria, difficult urination, abdominal mass.

Dosage and Administrations

Decoct 3~6 g, or made into pills or powder. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded into powder for applying.

Cautions

It is contraindicated to pregnant women.


Shu Fu Chong