Rice Bean is the dried ripe seed of phaseolus calcaratus Roxb. or phaseolus angularis Wight (Fam. Leguminosae).

Action: To cause diuresis, to counteract toxicity, and to promote the drainage of pus.

Indications: Edema; jaundice with dark urine; acute rheumatic arthritis; carbuncles, boils,appendicitis.

Dosage:For external use, appropriate quantity to be ground into powder and applied topically after mixing with liquid.