Lian (Zi) Xin Usages and Indications

• Drains heart fire - for warm-febrile disease where heat collapses into the pericardium channel causing confusion, delirium; insomnia and irritability due to excessive heart fire.
• Stops bleeding, binds the essence - vomiting blood, spermatorrhea.

Cautions and Contraindications

• Avoid in patients with abdominal masses and/or constipation.
All Cautions

Dosage and Preparation Notes For Lian (Zi) Xin

• Dosage: 1.5-6g

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