Ku Shen

Meridians: Urinary Bladder, Heart, Liver, Large Intestine, Stomach, Small Intestine
Taste:Bitter
Temperture:Cold
Functions:
1.Clears heat and dries dampness;
2.Disperse wind, kills parasites, and stops itching;
3.Promotes urination;
Indications:
1.Jaundice, dysenteric disorder, vaginal discharge, and sores;
2.Damp toxin skin lesions or infestations with chronic itching, seepage, and bleeding. Genital itching and vaginal discharge;
3.Damp heat in Small Intestines, painful urinary dribbling and hot edema;
Contra-Indications:
1.Cold from deficiency of Spleen or Stomach;
2.Occasional side effects may occur: mild dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and constipation;