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Ban Mao (Cantharides)

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Cold Ban Mao (Mylabris)
Channels:
LI, LIV, SI
Properties:
Spicy, Cold, Toxic
Latin:
Mylabris
Tone Marks:
bān máo
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  • Do not use during pregnancy. This herb has been shown to cause teratogenic (birth defects) effects.

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Chinese Herb Toxicity & Overdose

  • This herb is considered toxic.
    (while some Chinese herbs are toxic, it must be noted that many come prepared, or are combined, to mitigate their toxicity)

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