Shui+Zhi+(Leech)

[[image:biomesfirst:50493166.JPG width="274" height="296" align="right"]]Shui Zhi (Leech) ["Water Insect"]
Category: Herbs that Invigorate Blood & Remove Blood Stasis (to Break Masses) Nature : **Neutral**, Slightly Toxic Flavors: Bitter, Salty Channels: LR, BL

Functions: **Strongly removes Blood stasis** though slowly **over time** Indications: 1. amenorrhea, traumatic injury and masses due to Blood stasis 2. **Masses (Intestinal, Uterine)**

Dosage: 1.5-3g., 0.3-0.5 in powder form Contra: During pregnancy

Misc: Often combined w/ Meng Chong