What is Foetid Cassia seed and its application?

Applications and Properties:

Applications:

Upward disturbance of liver fire or invasion of exogenous wind and heat manifested as red, swollen and painful eyes and photophobia.
Constipation due to dryness in the intestines.
Hyperactivity of liver yang manifested as dizziness, vertigo and blurred vision.
Deficient yin of the liver and kidneys manifested as blurred vision and cataracts.
Conjunctival congestion, swelling and pain, dizziness and headache caused by the flamming-up of the liver-fire.
Treat High Blood Pressure.
Treat conjunctivitis.
Skin diseases, and leprosy.

Properties:

This herb is especially good for conditions of the eyes. it will brighten them and relieve pain, congestion, itchiness, redness, or sensitivity to light when caused by wind-heat conditions. It can also be used when there is headache along with some of the above conditions in cases of liver yang rising. It is useful when there is either chronic or acute constipation accompanying liver yin deficiency. it has been shown to be effective in lowering cholesterol and reducing blood pressure.
Dosage:10-15g.The herb should not be over decocted if it is used to loosen bowels

Safety and Toxicity:

Semen Cassiae generally considered safe in reasonable dosage.

Reference:

1.What is Foetid Cassia seed and its application?

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♣ last edit date:13th,Oct.2010.