Properties:
Sweet
Bland
Cool

Channels affected:
Lung
Spleen
Kidney

Uses:
Promotes urination and drains Dampness. Used for difficult urination, diarrhea, oedema caused by stagnation of fluids or Dampness. Expels Wind Damp (used in chronic Bi syndrome), increases joint mobility and reduces spasms in chronic conditions. Clears Damp Heat. Strengthens the Spleen and middle jiao. Clears Heat and expels pus. Used for carbuncles and lung abscess or internal abscess.

Contraindications:
Use cautiously during pregnancy.