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Isatis root bǎn lán gēn · 板蓝根

Isatis indigotica

Nature and flavour. Bitter, cold; Heart and Stomach systems.

The herb that became a household name during epidemics; among the most-consumed Chinese herbal products.

性味归经。苦,寒;归心、胃经。

在传染病流行期间成为家喻户晓的一味,也是消费量最大的中药制品之一。

Classical category · no formulas, no dosages, no herb-drug combinations are given.
Safety. Widely used for its cooling action, but it is not a harmless drink: allergic reactions and, rarely, blood disorders have been reported. Prolonged daily use without an indication is not advised.

因其清热作用被广泛使用,但并非无害饮品:有过敏反应与罕见的血液系统异常报告。无适应证长期每日服用不宜。

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