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Dries Damp, kills parasites and stops itching (topical)

Weeping, itchy skin lesions, especially of the genital area, treated with a wash, powder or ointment Eczema, scabies, ringworm and tinea Itching of the vulva or vagina, trichomonas infection included

Disperses Cold, dispels Wind and dries Damp

Thin, clear vaginal discharge from Cold-Damp, with Kidney Yang deficiency and Damp in the Lower Jiao Low back pain from Wind-Cold-Damp lodged in the Kidneys and Du channel Painful joints from Cold-Damp Bi, in combination with further warming herbs

Warms and tonifies the Kidneys and strengthens Yang

Impotence or infertility from Kidney Yang deficiency or a Cold Womb Sore, weak lower back and knees from Kidney Yang deficiency