Poria Cocos ExtractPolysacchoridesProduct Name: Poria Cocos Extract 10% Polysacchorides
Latin name: Poria Cocos(Schw)WolfProduct Specification: 4:1,10:1,20:1 ,10%(UV-VIS)Active Ingredient: PolysaccharidesSafety evaluation: innocuousStorage: stored at dry and cool place and avoids light. The guarantee period is two years.IntroductionIndian Bread is the dried sclerotium of the fungus, Poria cocos (Schw.) Wolf (Fam. Polyporaceae). The drug is collected mostly in July to September, removed from soil, piled up, spread, and air-dried on the surface. Repeat this operation for several times until wrinkles appears and the inside water evaporated, then dired in the shade. It is known as "Fulingge". Or the fresh sclerotium is cut and dried in the air. According to the cut portions, and known as "Fulingpi" and " Fulingkuai", respectively. Action: To cause diuresis, to invigorate the spleen function and to calm the mind. Indications: Edema with oliguria; dizziness and palpitation caused by retained fluid; diminished function of the spleen marked by anorexia, loose stools or diarrhea; restlessness and insomnia