Bitter Gourd Pills,The formula is from *Qian Jin* (Vol. 21); the name appears in *Zengbu Neijing Shiyi* (Vol. 3).,Generalized edema. “Stone water” (edema with excessive urination), characterized by swelling confined to the lower abdomen.
Bitter Gourd Pills
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Formulas Name : Bitter Gourd Pills
Chinese Name : 苦瓠丸
Drug Formulation
7 jujube pulp pieces; bitter gourd membrane the size of a jujube pit.
Source
The formula is from *Qian Jin* (Vol. 21); the name appears in *Zengbu Neijing Shiyi* (Vol. 3).
Processing
Pound into pills.
Benefits
Generalized edema. “Stone water” (edema with excessive urination), characterized by swelling confined to the lower abdomen.
Instructions for Use
Take 3 pills for one dose; after walking 15 li, take another 3 pills; when fluid begins to be excreted, take 1 more pill to stop it.
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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 26, 2026 Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 26, 2026
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Bitter Gourd Pills,Generalized edema. “Stone water” (edema with excessive urination), characterized by swelling confined to the lower abdomen.