Pacific College Comps
Sennae Folium
Senna Leaf
Downward-Draining Herbs/Purgatives
Bitter, Sweet
Cold
Drains Downward
Guides Out Stagnation
Contraindicated for pregnancy, menstruation, nursing mothers, weak patients, and hemorrhoids. Do not use long-term.
1.5-3g as a mild laxative, 3-9g for a strong purge. Take as a tea, or add to decoctions at the end of cooking. Steep with Chen Pi, to reduce cramping.
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