Medicinal Plants : Gypsum fibrosum

Name

Biological Name

Gypsum fibrosum

Other Names

Gypsum, Shi gao, Calcium Sulfate

Parts Used

Remedies For

Antipyretic, sedative

Gypsum is used for excess heat in the lungs or stomach manifesting as toothache, acute mouth sores, painful and bleeding gums, inflammation, or very high fever without chills. For inflammation, it can be used either externally or internally. It is used externally for wounds or burns.

Dosage

10-50 grams.

Safety

This substance should not be used by those with a weak stomach or without true heat.