Jin Sha Niu is a type of traditional Chinese medicine, also known as Di Gu Niu, Dao Tu Che, Di Gu Niu, Shan Lao Niu, Yi Shi, Yi Di Yu, Di Gong, Sha Shi, Sha Zhan Zi, Yao Yao Guo, Sha Niu, Dao Hou Chong, Tui Tui Wo Wo, Ah Lou Lou.
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Jin Sha Niu
【Alias】 Di Gu Niu, Dao Tu Che, Dao Tui Niu, Di Gu Niu, Shan Lao Niu, Yi Shi, Yi Di Yu, Di Gong, Sha Shi, Sha Zhan Zi, Yao Yao Guo, Sha Niu, Dao Hou Chong, Tui Tui Wo Wo, Ah Lou Lou.
【Source】 The live or dried body of the larvae of the Chinese antlion Euroleon sinicus (Navas), a member of the neuropteran family Myrmeleontidae. It is dug out from sandy soil in spring and autumn, and can be used dried or fresh.
【Origin】 Mainly produced in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Shandong, Hebei, Anhui, Liaoning and other places.
【Properties and Channels】 Salty, cool. Toxic.
【Dosage】 1-2 fen (a unit of weight, approximately 0.3-0.6 grams). For external use, apply a suitable amount of powdered dried herb to the affected area.
Effects and Functions of Jin Sha Niu
Treats sand strangury, malaria, boils, and scrofula.
1. Treats malaria
Take eleven Jin Sha Niu, mix with alcohol and swallow. Take once half an hour before the onset of malaria. For chronic malaria, take for one week.
2. Treats malaria in children
Take seven Jin Sha Niu, stir-fry until fragrant, and swallow with boiling water.
3. Treats carbuncle and furuncle
Take seven Di Ku Niu, grind into powder and apply to the top of the carbuncle, and put another one on the carbuncle without grinding. Wrap it with cloth. (Note: The above prescription is from "Secret Prescriptions of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Guizhou Province")
4. Treats scrofula and ulceration
Mix Sha Gu Niu with borax and a small amount of borneol, crush it and apply it to the sore, and cover it with adhesive plaster. (From "Essential Information on the Nature of Medicinal Herbs")
5. Treats thorns embedded in bamboo or wood and iron sand that cannot be removed from the flesh
Use Jin Sha Niu with pumpkin pulp and apply it to the affected area. (From "Sichuan Journal of Chinese Medicine")
Can pregnant women eat Jin Sha Niu?
Pregnant women should not consume Jin Sha Niu. Pregnant women should mainly eat natural fruits and vegetables. In addition, they should avoid eating almonds, coix seed, crabs, and soft-shelled turtles, as they can easily cause miscarriage.
