The efficacy and function of fish gall grass

What are the effects of fish gall grass? As a traditional Chinese medicine, fish gall grass can not only be used to treat diseases, but also can be combined with some other medicinal materials to make medicinal food, which has a very good effect on regulating the human body. Today we will introduce fish gall grass.

[Other names] Herring gall grass, water ganoderma [Sichuan]

[Source] The whole herb of Swertia davidi Franch., a plant of the genus Swertia in the family Gentianaceae. Collected in summer and autumn, used fresh or sun-dried.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter, cool.

【Functions and indications】 Clears lung heat and kills insects. Used for damp-heat jaundice, redness and swelling of the throat, ulcers and scabies.

[Usage and Dosage] 0.5-2 qian, decocted in water and taken orally; for external use, mash the fresh product and apply to the affected area.

【Remarks】 (1) The same genus Swertia kouitchensis Franch. is also known as four-angle grass. It is also called Qingyu Gallbladder Grass in Sichuan. The whole plant can treat high fever in children, bitter taste in the mouth and hot flashes, jaundice caused by damp heat, sore throat and snake bites, etc. The dosage is 3 coins.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

[Source] Classification of Herbal Properties

The above is a detailed introduction to the effects and functions of fish gall grass. Its selection should be based on your own needs, so that it will not harm your body and can achieve a good effect in improving the disease.