Nan Gua Zi (Pumpkin Seeds) - Chinese Herbal Medicine

Chinese Name: Nan Gua Zi
English Name: Pumpkin Seeds

Clinical Usage and Indications

  • Expels parasites, alleviates pain - tapeworms, roundworms, schistosomiasis.
  • Benefits post partum fluid metabolism - post partum hand and feet swelling, aids in lactation.

Functional Groups (Click for Summary/Study Notes)

Dosage and Preparation Notes

  • Dosage: 30-60g

Channels/Meridians Influenced

Associated Temperature and Taste

Cautions and Contraindications

There are currently no contraindications listed.

Staff Clinician Notes

Also Used For:
Orally used for dysuria secondary to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), bladder irritation, treating intestinal worms, and treating pyelonephritis.  In combination, pumpkin is used in an herbal combination to treat symptoms of BPH.

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