The efficacy and function of musk

The development of Western medicine has brought some crises to traditional Chinese medicine. But traditional Chinese medicine still has many magical aspects. Let’s talk about the effects and functions of the traditional Chinese medicine musk.

[Other names] musk, cool grass, five cool grass, wine grass, hairy tiger, cake grass, vanilla [Guangxi]

[Source] It is a plant of Adenosma glutinosum (L.) Druce, which belongs to the genus Adenosma in the family Scrophulariaceae. The whole plant is used as medicine. Collect in summer and autumn, wash and dry in the shade.

【Nature and flavor】Pungent, bitter, warm.

[Functions and indications] Dispel wind and relieve pain, disperse blood stasis and reduce swelling, detoxify and relieve itching. Used for the early stages of polio, abdominal pain caused by cold, and rheumatic bone pain. For external use, it is used for bruises, swelling and pain, carbuncles, wasp stings, eczema, and urticaria.

[Usage and Dosage] 3-5 qian; for external use, mash the fresh product and apply to the affected area or decoct in water for washing.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

[Source] "Essentials of the Nature of Raw Medicinal Herbs"

The above is a detailed introduction to the effects and functions of musk. When choosing it, pay attention to the dosage to avoid causing harm to your body.