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Other Names : Bo Zi Ren, Biota Seed, Semen Platycladi, 柏子仁
==Special Precautions of Bai Zi Ren==
* Contraindicated for those with loose stool.
*Contraindicated for those with Phlegm disorders.
*Contraindicated for those with Lung Qi floating upward.
*Contraindicated for those with Stomach Deficiency with an urge to vomit.
* Antagonizes Flos Chrysanthemi [[Ju Hua]].
==Benefits and uses of Bai Zi Ren are==
*Actions
** Tranquilize the heart 
**Calm the spirit 
**Moisten intestines 
**Promote bowel movement 
**Control diaphoresis
**Astringes Yin Deficiency sweat
*Indication: 
**Rapid heart palpitation
**insomnia
**involuntary emission
**excessive sweating and nightsweats due to Yin Deficiency
**irritability
**forgetfulness
**memory loss
**dry stool
**constipation.
==Used in Patent medecines==
* [[Gui Pi Tang]]
* [[An Shen Wan]]

== References ==
[[Category:Treatments]]
[[Category:Chinese medicine]]