SHEPHERD’S PURSE

GEWOON HERDERSTASJE, Capsella bursa-pastoris
Parts used: Herb
Constituents: Flavonoids, Polypeptides. Vitamins C and K. Minerals; Calcium, iron, potassium, sodium, sulphur and zinc
 
Actions Indications
Anti-haemorrhagic
Urinary antiseptic
Astringent
Antipyretic
Diarrhoea, haematemesis, haematuria
Acute catarrhal cystitis
Blood and pus in the urine +Bearberry. Prevents bleeding and miscarriage

BHP specific, for the reproductive system in menorrhagia, uterine haemorrhage
 
Herbal extract, 40-80mL per week
Energetics: Cooling, pungent, astringent, bitter. Dosha: PK-V+
Meridians: liver, heart, large intestine
Contraindications: None
 
 
 

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