bei sha shen
北沙參 běi shā shēn, "northern sand root"

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Is this Herb effective in the clinic?

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	Tastes: Slightly Bitter , Sweet		Dosage: 9-15g

	Cautions: Contraindicated for coughs due to wind-cold or in cases of cold from deficiency of the Lungs and Stomach.		Meridians: Lung , Stomach
	Preparation: No preparation data at this time		Quality: Consists of long and slender, cylindrical, solid roots with a yellowish white surface.
	Reference Source: Chinese Herbal Medicine: Materia Medica (3rd edition) ('Bensky')		Notes:
	Formulas There are no known formulas that contain this herb at this time