Mang+Xiao+(Mirabilite,+Mineral+Salt)

[[image:mang_xiao.jpg width="208" height="389" align="right"]]Mang Xiao (Mirabilite/Mineral Salt)
Category: Drain downward (purgative) Nature : Very Cold Flavors: Bitter, Salty, Acrid Channels: ST, LI,

Functions: Purge Accumulation and Stagnation; **Softens Masses**; Clears Heat Indications: **Constipation.** due to excess heat in the LI 2. Sore throat, Ulcers of the mouth, red eyes and carbuncles due to heat 3. Mastitis, swelling. Used externally to promote lactation

Dosage: 10-15. **Melted into decoction. Topically used as powder form** Contraindications: Pregnancy. Caution during nursing period.

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//Deputy Herb// Liang Ge San