Yu Li Ren
Pruni Semen
acrid, bitter, sweet, neutral
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Laxative that Drains Downward
CLASSICAL MANIFESTATIONS:
- Constipation
- Lower limb edema
- Difficulty urinating
Yu Li Ren is a gently laxative and moistens the intestines. It is acrid, bitter, sweet, and neutral. Although its effect is primarily on the gastrointestinal tract, it also promotes urination and reduces edema in the lower limbs.
Channels: large intestine, small intestine, spleen
COMMON APPLICATIONS AND CLINICAL POSSIBILITIES:
- Dysuria
- Ascites
- Diuresis
- Hypertension
Formulas:
- Qing Zao Run Chang Wan
- Wu Ren Wan
Contraindications: Yu Li Ren should be prescribed with caution to pregnant patients
Zoo Image: a frog with edema in the legs is riding down an intestine water slide that she went pee in