Half-side lotus (Lobelia chinensis)

半边莲bàn biān liánBanbianlian

Lobelia chinensis · Plant

Lobelia chinensis
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Indications

Cautions

Contains lobeline alkaloids; may cause nausea, vomiting, and respiratory depression in high doses; avoid during pregnancy; caution with heart conditions.

Indications

What AcuiQ’s herb catalogue lists Half-side lotus for. The list carries no source and is an index, not a prescription.

EdemaEdema & Enlarged AbdomenEdema In Face & FootLower Blood PressureSnake Or Insect BitesSwollen Welling Abscess & Clove Sores

TCM actions

What the catalogue says Half-side lotus does in the terms of Chinese medicine theory. These describe the herb, not a condition.

Clear Heat & Resolve ToxinDisinhibit Urine & Disperse Edema