potassium alum
Potassium aluminum sulfate
Topical Application
sour, astringent
cold
Relieves toxicity, kills parasites, dries dampness, stops bleeding
Always use with caution when taken internally. Contraindicated in cases of weak digestive systems or in the absence of damp-heat. According to some traditional sources, this herb antagonizes Mu Li and counteracts with Ma Huang.
Use liberally for external application.
LI, LV, LU, SP