Description
Ji Gu Cao — Canton Abrus Herb
Ji Gu Cao is the whole herb of Canton abrus, a southern folk remedy traditionally used to clear heat and soothe the liver.
Source & Preparation
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Herb: Herba Abri (Abrus cantoniensis), single-herb concentrated granules
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Traditional category: Heat-clearing and toxicity-resolving herbs
Please refer to the product label for concentration ratio and exact contents.
Traditional Use in TCM
In TCM, Ji Gu Cao is traditionally used to clear heat and resolve toxicity, soothe the liver and relieve pain, classically indicated for liver-stomach pain, hepatitis patterns and damp-heat jaundice.
How Single-Herb Granules Are Used
Single-herb granules can be taken alone or combined with other single herbs into a custom formula, as TCM practitioners typically prescribe.
Who This Herb Is Traditionally NOT For
Not traditionally recommended for those with cold-deficient constitutions.
How to Use
Dissolve the labeled amount in about 150 ml of warm water, typically twice daily.
This product is a concentrated granule with an approximate 5:1 extraction ratio (may vary slightly between products, typically ranging from 5:1 to 10:1). Please follow the recommended dosage on the label or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
