Sundance Acupuncture

Herb & Acupuncture Database

(This is my own personal database of teachers, teachings and notes that I use in my practice. I’ve decided to share it freely with anyone who would like to reference it.)

Uremia Enema #1

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Herbs And Actions

Pharmaceutical Latin Pin Yin Dosage Actions
Calcined Concha Ostreae Duan Mu Li 15-30 Secures the Lower Jiao, expels turbid Dampness and inhibits Deficiency sweating.
Fr. Forsythiae Lian Qiao 20g Clears Heat, relieves toxicity and promotes urination.
Rx. et Rz. Rhei Da Huang 15g Dispels Blood Stasis, Drains Heat, Invigorates the Blood, Promotes urination, Purges accumulations, Reduces Fire toxicity, Transforms Dampness.

Formula Actions

  • Clears Heat
  • Relieves toxicity
  • Promotes urination

Syndromes

  • Toxic Heat

Clinical Manifestations

  • Polyuria
  • Oliguria

Treats

  • Kidney failure (uremia)

Contraindications And Herb/Drug Interactions

CONTRAINDICATIONS
HERB/DRUG INTERACTIONS

Notes

  • Decoct and use as an enema every other day for fourteen days with 7 days rest in between courses.

Modifications

For educational reference only; not a substitute for care from a qualified practitioner.