Yu+Li+Ren+(Bush+Cherry+Pit)

[[image:Yu_Li_Ren_.jpg width="164" height="365" align="right"]]Yu Li Ren (Bush cherry pit) ["Constrained Plum Pit"]
Category: Drain Downward (Moist Laxative) Nature: **neutral** Flavors: acrid and bitter Channels entered: LI, SI, SP

Functions: **moisten large intestine** to promote bowel movement; **promote urination to treat edema.** Indications: 1. **constipation** due to dryness in the large intestine 2. Edema with distension in the abdomen.

Dosage: 5-12g **crushed before decoction** Contraindications: during pregnancy