Sea hibiscus, in traditional Chinese medicine, can be used for the treatment of conditions such as hot lin syndrome or urinary tract infections, hepatitis, nephritis, and other diseases. What are the precautions for using sea hibiscus?
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【Precautions for Using Sea Hibiscus】
1. When using sea hibiscus spores for medicinal purposes, as the spores are very fine, they need to be decocted in a wrapped form.
2. As sea hibiscus has a cold nature, it should be used with caution in individuals with kidney yin deficiency to avoid adverse effects on the kidneys.
3. The dosage of sea hibiscus should be reasonably controlled. Generally, 6-15 grams of dried whole herb is recommended for a single use, and long-term continuous use should be avoided.
【Efficacy and Functions of Sea Hibiscus】
Sea hibiscus has many clinical applications. It is used for hot lin syndrome with short red urine, painful and difficult urination, and blood in the urine. It is usually used in combination with talc and licorice for better results.
【Compound Formulas of Sea Hibiscus】
① Treatment of acute painful urination: Grind dried sea hibiscus into powder, decoct with raw licorice, and take two qian (6 grams) orally; or add talc. (From "Yi Jian Zhi")
② Treatment of bloody urine: Cook left-hand vine and small betel nut in water and take orally. (From "Sichuan Materia Medica")
③ Treatment of women's leucorrhea: Take one liang (30 grams) of sea hibiscus stems, four liang (120 grams) of pig testicles. Stew together with water, remove residue, and take the meat and soup orally. (From "Jiangxi Folk Medicinal Recipes")
④ Treatment of urinary retention: Take two to three liang (60-90 grams) of dried whole sea hibiscus herb. Cook with rock sugar and water, and take orally; or drink as a substitute for tea. (From "Fujian Folk Medicinal Recipes")
⑤ Treatment of dysentery: Take two to three liang (60-90 grams) of dried whole sea hibiscus herb. Cook in water and take orally once to three times a day. (From "Fujian Folk Medicinal Recipes")
⑥ Treatment of diarrhea: Cook dried whole sea hibiscus herb in water and take orally. (From "Min Nan Folk Medicinal Recipes")
