Plantain (Mã Đề), also known as plantago, is a common
herb in many regions. In traditional Eastern medicine, this herb is highly
effective in treating various ailments. Below are some remedies using plantain
for your reference:

1. Treating Urinary Tract Infections: Use 20g of dried
   plantain leaves, dandelion, and gold coin grass, along with 15g of eclipta
   and 10g of licorice root. Boil and drink for 15 days to see results.
2. Dissolving Kidney Stones: Boil 20g each of dried
   plantain, fish mint, and gold coin grass in 1 liter of water. Drink twice
   daily. Regular use helps dissolve stones and alleviate discomfort.
3. Treating Diarrhea: Boil 30g each of plantain leaves,
   eclipta, and pennywort. When the liquid thickens, drink it.
4. Relieving Constipation and Dysentery: Boil 25g of
   plantain with bitter melon and drink. Alternatively, make porridge with
   fresh plantain for easier bowel movements.
5. Treating Liver Diseases: Boil or brew 20-30g of dried
   plantain leaves into tea, drinking it every morning. Regular use helps
   detoxify the liver and cleanse the body.
6. Treating Bladder Inflammation: Boil a handful of fresh
   plantain leaves or 300g of dried plantain in 1 liter of water. Boil, then
   simmer for 30 minutes until reduced to 400ml. Drink three times a day.
7. Treating Acne and Insect Bites: Crush fresh plantain
   leaves and apply to affected areas for 30 minutes to 1 hour, securing with
   a bandage.
8. Treating Edema: Boil 30g of plantain with 20g each of
   tuckahoe peel and winter melon peel, and 15g of areca peel in 1 liter of
   water. Reduce to 300ml and drink throughout the day.
9. Treating Kidney and Bladder Stones: Boil 30g of plantain,
   30g of houttuynia, and 30g of gold coin grass in 700ml of water. Drink the
   solution twice a day.
10. Treating Hyperpigmentation: Boil 15-20g of dried or fresh
    plantain leaves in 400ml of water for 30 minutes. Strain and drink.
11. Treating Snake Bites: Chew fresh plantain tips and
    swallow the juice while applying the residue to the bite. This method is
    for emergency first aid only; seek medical attention immediately.
12. Relieving Cough and Phlegm: Boil a handful of fresh or
    dried plantain leaves in 600ml of water for 20-25 minutes. Drink the
    strained liquid.
13. Treating Chronic Cough: Boil 10g of dried plantain stems
    with 2g each of licorice root and balloon flower in 600ml of water. Drink
    three times a day until the cough subsides.

Note:

• Do not use plantain remedies for children under 3 years old.
• Avoid combining plantain with Western medicine or other herbs without
  professional advice.
• Avoid alcohol and stimulants during treatment with plantain to ensure
  effectiveness.