The difference between Poria cocos and Poria cocos lies in the efficacy, main treatment and source.
1. Efficacy: Poria cocos has the efficacy of detoxification, removing dampness, and facilitating the joints, while Poria cocos has the efficacy of inducing drainage and seepage of dampness (to promote the operation of water to get rid of dampness), strengthening the spleen, and tranquilizing the heart.
2. Indications: Poria cocos can be used for the treatment of Yangmei sores, limb constriction, gonorrhea (cloudy urine and leukorrhea), eczema and itching, carbuncle and swollen sores. White Poria can be used to treat edema, phlegm (pathological products formed by impaired water metabolism), palpitations, insomnia, diarrhea and other conditions.
3. Source: The source of Poria cocos is the dried tuber of Sarsaparilla, family Liliaceae, and the source of Poria alba is the dried nucleus of Poria cocos, family Porifera.
The specific difference between Poria cocos and Poria alba should consult the clinician and choose the appropriate medication under the guidance of the physician, do not use your own medication, so as not to delay the condition.