The efficacy and function of jasmine root

Jasmine root can not only supplement the body's nutritional elements, but also help regulate various functions of the body. It also has high medicinal value. Today, I will take you to learn about jasmine root.

[Source] It is the root of jasmine, a plant of the Oleaceae family.

【Chemical composition】 Contains alkaloids and sterols.

[Pharmacological action] Intraperitoneal injection of 1-8 g/kg of jasmine root solution has varying degrees of sedative and hypnotic effects on frogs, pigeons, rats, mice, guinea pigs, rabbits, dogs, etc., depending on the dose. Frogs show systemic paralysis. Larger doses have an inhibitory effect on isolated frog and rabbit hearts, cause dilation of blood vessels in isolated rabbit ears and frog hind limbs, inhibit the peristalsis of isolated rabbit intestines, and have a stimulatory effect on the isolated uterus of rabbits and mice, whether pregnant or not.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter, warm, poisonous.

【Functions and indications】Anesthesia, analgesia. Treats injuries to bones and muscles, tooth decay, headaches, and insomnia.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral administration: grind into juice, 3 to 5 fen. For external use: mash and apply.

【Note】 Use with caution when taking internally.

[Additional prescription] ① To relieve pain by repairing tendons and bones: Mash jasmine roots, stir-fry with wine and apply to the affected area. (Sichuan Traditional Chinese Medicine Records)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Compendium of Materia Medica".

Everyone should know the medicinal value of jasmine root. We should pay more attention to information in this area so that we can be prepared when encountering problems and avoid panic.