Haliotidis(石决明)

Latin Plant Name :Concha Haliotidis

Pinyin Mandarin Name:Shi Jue Ming

Common English Name:Abalone Shell

Part of Plant Used:Whole shell

Nature:Slightly cold

Taste:Salty

Meridians Entered:Liver, Kidneys

Common Usages:

This herb is used in formulas to treat high blood pressure, eye redness with light sensitivity, blurred vision, glaucoma, cataracts, headaches behind eyes, and spasms (TCM: Liver imbalances with heat symptoms).

Traditional Usages and Functions:

Quells fire and causes Yang to descend; brightens eyes and causes superficial visual obstructions to recede.

Common Formulas Used In:Rehmannia and Dogwood Fruit.

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Cautions in Use:Do not use during pregnancy. Not useful in most cases where there are no heat symptoms.