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MU LI

Names
Pharmaceutical: Concha Ostreae
Botanical: Ostrea gigas Thunberg, Ostrea talienwahensis Crosse, Ostrea rivularis Gould (Ostreidae)
Other names:
Description: Oyster Shell.

Actions
Soothes the Liver; Controls ascending Yang due to Yin Deficiency; Resolves masses; Softens masses; Preserves Body Fluids; ...

Origin
Northern China's coastal provinces until Hainan island.;

Preparation
The drug is collected all the year round, removed from soft part, washed clean, dried, and milled. The shell can also be calcined.;

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