The efficacy and function of pumpkin root

Do you know what pumpkin root is? It is a kind of traditional Chinese medicine. There are many records about it in ancient medical books. Pumpkin root has many medicinal values ​​and can be used to treat some discomfort symptoms in our body. Let us take a detailed look at the effects and functions of pumpkin root.

[Source] It is the root of the pumpkin , a plant of the Cucurbitaceae family.

[Properties and flavors] "Sichuan Chinese Medicine Annals": "neutral in nature, light in taste, non-toxic."

【Functions and indications】It can eliminate dampness and heat, and promote lactation. Treat gonorrhea, jaundice, dysentery, and milk obstruction.

【Usage and Dosage】 For oral administration: decoction. 3-6 qian (1-2 liang for fresh ones).

[Additional prescription] ① Treating stranguria caused by fire and red, hot and painful urination: pumpkin root, plantain, water chopping board, and water wick. Decoction together. (Sichuan Traditional Chinese Medicine Records)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Classification of Herbal Properties"

The above content is an introduction to the Chinese medicine pumpkin root. I hope it can be of some help to everyone. There are many medicinal herbs similar to pumpkin roots in our daily life. We need to follow the doctor's instructions when consuming Chinese medicine such as pumpkin root and not consume it blindly.