Effects and functions of castor root

Castor root is a common Chinese medicine. It can be used for medicinal purposes as well as for food. The effects and functions of castor root are quite comprehensive. Let's take a look at it below.

[Source] It is the root of castor oil plant of the Euphorbiaceae family.

[Chemical composition] The root contains trans-decene-2-triyne-4,6,8-acid methyl ester, tridecene-1-pentayne-3,5,7,9,11,β-sitosterol.

[Properties and flavors] "Fujian Chinese Herbal Medicine": "Light, slightly warm."

【Functions and indications】Sedative and antispasmodic, dispelling wind and stasis. Treat tetanus, epilepsy, rheumatic pain, bruises and pain, and scrofula.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 0.5-1 liang; or stew with meat. For external use: mash and apply.

[Additional prescription] ① Treat tetanus: 4 liang to 50 jin of red bone castor root, 5 qian to 1 liang of cicada truffle, 1 liang to 2 liang of sweet olive. Boil 1,000 ml of water until it is reduced to 200 ml. Take orally in three doses, one dose per day. The dosage for children should be reduced accordingly. In addition, 5,000 to 10,000 units of tetanus antitoxin (3,000 to 6,000 units for children) is injected intrathecally. Generally, it is only injected once and may not be necessary in mild cases. Small amounts of hibernation drugs may be used to control convulsions. (Selected Medical Science and Technology Data of Guangdong Province)

【Clinical application】 ①Treatment of epilepsy

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Collection of Commonly Used Folk Herbs"

After reading the above detailed introduction to the effects and functions of castor root, I believe many friends already know the benefits of castor root. It can be seen that castor root is very beneficial to our human body. If you need it, you might as well give it a try.