The efficacy and function of the root of Lophatherum gracile

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[Source] It is the root of the Hamamelidaceae plant Loropetalum .

【Pharmacological action】 ①Effect on the uterus

[Toxicity] Oral administration of 12-25 g/kg of root decoction to rabbits for 3 consecutive days had no significant effect on BSP retention rate. The median lethal dose for mice injected intraperitoneally was 54 g/kg, so the decoction has low toxicity.

[Nature and flavor] "Mindong Materia Medica": "slightly warm in nature, bitter in taste."

[Meridian] "Mindong Materia Medica": "enters the liver, stomach, large intestine, and kidney meridians."

【Functions and indications】 Treats coughing up blood, abdominal pain and diarrhea, rectal prolapse, limb pain, leucorrhea, postpartum lochia, vomiting blood due to falls, and toothache.

[Additional prescription] ① To treat cough with blood: 4 liang of Loropetalum root, decocted in water and taken orally. (Jiangxi Herbal Medicine)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

【Source】 From "Fujian Folk Herbs"

After reading the above article, I believe everyone has basically understood the effects and functions of Lophatherum gracile root, right? The medicinal value of Lophatherum gracile root is extremely high, but it is not suitable for everyone. You should judge based on your own actual situation. I hope everyone will pay attention to this.