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Magnolia Bark (Cortex Magnoliae Offcinalis)

Location found

Sichuan, Hubei and Zhejiang provinces, China

Flavor & Property

Bitter and pungent; warm

Effects

Relieves asthma

Use

Gastric and abdominal distension

* used with atractylodes and tangerine peel

Cough and asthma

* used with ephedra, pinellia tuber and bitter apricot kernel

Dosage & Administration

3-10g (boiled in water for oral use)

Precaution & Contractindication

Spleen an stomach problems

Note: It is important to be evaluated by a health professional before taking this drug.

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