Antibiotic, antitumor, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, diuretic,
galactagogue.
Drains dampness, clears heat, promotes urination, promotes menstruation
and lactation, controls sleep apnea, calms irritability, and treats
insomnia. Traditional Chinese herbalists use this herb to treat
acute urinary tract infections, edema, and amenorrhea; rheumatic
conditions; as well as to calm the mind; and to promote sleep. it
has recently been used for tumors of the breast and digestive tract.
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