Scientific name:
Haliotis diversicolor Reeve, H. gigantea discus Reeve, and H. ovina Chemnitz
Family:
Haliotidae
Parts used:
Shell
Actions:
Haemostatic
Improves eyesight
TCM effects:
Analgesic
Antiacid
Benefits yin
Calms the liver
Clears away liver-fire to improve visual acuity
Suppresses the sthenic yang
Uses:
Blurring of vision
Conjunctivitis
Dizziness
Headaches
Insomnia
Irritability
Nebula
Night blindness
Regurgitation
Stomachache
Tinnitus
Dosages:
Appropriate amount for external use
Decoction 15-30g, crushed and decocted first
Powder 2-3g bid or tid
