The efficacy and function of Rhubarb

Most Chinese medicinal materials have good effects on the treatment of diseases, such as Rhubarb. Below we will give a basic introduction to the relevant information of Rhubarb.

[Other names] Rhubarb, ox tongue leaf, golden

[Source] It is a plant of the genus Rumex in the Polygonaceae family. Rumex nepalensis Spreng., with its roots and leaves used as medicine. Collect in autumn, dry separately and set aside.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter, sour, and cold.

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat and detoxifies, cools blood and stops bleeding, promotes bowel movements, and kills insects. Used for hemoptysis caused by pulmonary tuberculosis, acute hepatitis, dysentery, constipation, functional uterine bleeding, hemorrhoidal bleeding, carbuncles, furuncles and ulcers; used externally to treat mumps, neurodermatitis, scabies, burns and traumatic bleeding.

[Usage and Dosage] 0.3-1 liang; appropriate amount for external use.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

[Source] Herbal Prescriptions

Regarding the Rhubarb introduced in the article, I hope everyone can learn more about the relevant information in daily life, so that you can correctly treat the disease when facing it.