Effects and functions of Alternanthera

Alternanthera is a kind of Chinese herbal medicine. We can use it to treat many diseases. It also has good health-preserving effects. Therefore, we can use the different medicinal effects of Alternanthera to solve some small problems that bother us in life.

【Alias】

Shrimp claws, knotweed, water buffalo knee, horseshoe crab

【Nature and flavor】

Slightly sweet, light and cool.

【Function and indications】

Clears heat and cools blood, promotes dampness and reduces swelling, removes toxins and relieves itching. Used for dysentery, epistaxis, hemoptysis, bloody stool, urethritis, pharyngitis, mastitis, and dysuria; used externally to treat sores, boils, eczema, dermatitis, tinea corporis, and snake bites.

【Usage and Dosage】

Decoction, appropriate amount for external use, mash the fresh whole herb and apply it or boil it in water to wash the affected area.

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National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicine

The above is the relevant knowledge about Alternaria japonica introduced to you. Through the above article, you can clearly understand that Alternaria japonica has many benefits and functions to the human body, so you can use Alternaria japonica to treat some diseases.