The efficacy and function of pointed grasshopper

The efficacy and function of pointed grasshopper

Pointed-headed grasshopper is one of the common traditional Chinese medicines in our country. The medicinal history of pointed-headed grasshopper is very long. There are records of pointed-headed grasshopper in many ancient medical books. Pointed-headed grasshopper has good edible value and medicinal value. Let’s take a look.

[Alias] Carrying pole grasshopper, old carrying pole, pointed carrying tooth, small pointed locust, old carrying pole, hanging carrying pole

[Source] Insecta, Orthoptera, Acrididae, Acrida lata Motsch.; Chinese grasshopper A. turrita L. [A. chinensis Westw.], the whole insect is used as medicine.

【Habitat distribution】 Various places in the south.

【Nature and flavor】 Spicy, neutral.

【Functions and indications】 Mainly used to treat cough, convulsions, sha-swelling and frostbite. External use gun bullet.

[Usage and Dosage] 5 to 10 pieces; for external use, mash the fresh product and apply externally.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

It can be seen that the medicinal value of pointed-headed grasshopper is still very obvious. However, not everyone can use the pointed-head grasshopper. We can judge based on our own physical condition.

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