Polygonum multiflorum. Chinese remedy. Part used: tuber. Action. Antibacterial, antispasmodic, laxative, tonic, blood tonic, diuretic. Uses. Menopause. Mild kidney disturbance. Greying of hair early in life. Preparations. Thrice daily.
Tea. 2-4g root to each cup water gently simmered 5 minutes (decoction). Dose: half-1 cup. Tincture. Dose: 1 teaspoon.
Caution. Not used in presence of irritable bowel syndrome.
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