MA QIAN ZI
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Semen Strychni

Nomenclature

MA QIAN ZI
馬前子-番木鱉
Semen Strychni
Other Names

Strychni


Properties:

Bitter
Liver / LR Spleen / SP


Dosage and Toxicity

Extremely Toxic
0.3 – 0.6 gm


Functions

Reduces swelling, disperses nodules
Unblocks the channels and collaterals and relieves pain
Raw form can not be taken internally, must be dry fried. Topically, it is absorbed by the system and so used with extreme caution!


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