Peking Euphorbia Root is the dried mature seed of the biennial herbaceous plant caper euphorbia seed (Euphorbia lathyris L.).

bubble_chart Properties and Meridians

Warm; toxic. Act on liver, kidney and large intestine meridians.

bubble_chart Indications

1. Promoting urination to reduce swelling: Mainly treats edema, fullness, and difficulty in urination and defecation, belonging to yang excess edema.
2. Breaking stasis to resolve abdominal mass: Treats severe cases of blood stasis amenorrhea, specifically abdominal mass and lumps.

bubble_chart Usage and Dosage

1-2g, to be taken in pills or powder. Apply externally as needed. For internal use, it is advisable to use after frost treatment.

bubble_chart Cautions and Contraindications

Contraindicated for those with weak constitutions and pregnant women.