The efficacy and function of Derris

The medical value of derris is beyond our imagination. It is very effective in treating some diseases. Derris contains many substances that are beneficial to the human body. Let’s take a look.

【Other Name】 Poison fish vine

[Source] Derris trifoliata Lour., a plant of the genus Melia in the Leguminosae family, is used as medicine with the whole plant and rhizome . It can be harvested throughout the year, washed, chopped and dried.

【Toxicity】 (1) This product contains rotenone, which is very effective in killing insects. Do not take internally to prevent poisoning. After poisoning, paroxysmal abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, paroxysmal systemic convulsions, muscle tremors, slowed breathing, and finally paralysis of the respiratory center leading to death. Rescue method : Induce vomiting and gastric lavage before convulsion occurs; intravenous drip of glucose saline plus vitamin C, and intramuscular injection of vitamins B1, B6, and B12. If convulsion occurs, give antispasmodics; when breathing slows down, inject nikethamide or lobeline and other symptomatic treatments.

【Nature and flavor】 Spicy, warm. Very poisonous.

【Functions and indications】 Disperses blood stasis, relieves pain, and kills insects.

[Usage and Dosage] Apply an appropriate amount externally, decoct in water for washing or mash and boil with half wine and half water, then apply warm to the affected area.

【Note】Do not take internally.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

【Source】 Fujian Folk Herbs

I believe that the above introduction to the knowledge about derris will give you a better understanding of it. We can eat fish vine in our daily life to regulate and improve our body.