The efficacy and function of yellow oleander leaves

For the Chinese medicinal material such as yellow oleander leaves, we should first understand its medicinal value and precautions before consuming it. The following is an introduction to yellow oleander leaves. I hope you can read it carefully, which will be of great help for your consumption.

[Source] It is the leaves of the yellow oleander plant of the Apocynaceae family. It can be harvested throughout the year and used dried or fresh.

[Pharmacological action] The alcohol extract of Nerium candidum leaves (Fujian) shows the characteristics of cardiac glycoside effect on the hearts and electrocardiograms of frogs, rabbits and cats. The cat unit is 0.205 g, the therapeutic index is 6.66, the therapeutic width is 0.07 g, the accumulation is low, and the 24-hour accumulation of cats is 17.3%. It can also increase the activity and tension of the uterus and intestines of rabbits and guinea pigs, and even show spasmodic contractions. These phenomena cannot be eliminated by atropine; the effect on the uterus and intestines of rats is not obvious; cats and dogs become drowsy after taking the drug, and it seems to have a sedative effect.

【Nature and flavor】 Bitter, warm, poisonous.

【Functions and indications】 ① "Guangxi Chinese Materia Medica": "It has a cardiotonic effect."

【Note】 Use with caution when taking internally.

[Additional prescription] To treat snakehead carbuncle: Mash the fresh leaves of oleander, mix with honey, apply to the affected area, and change the mixture two to three times a day. (Fujian Chinese Herbal Medicine)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

I believe that after reading the above explanations, everyone has a deeper understanding of the Chinese medicinal herb Oleander Leaves? In fact, many foods or medicinal materials are the same. Only when we understand them can we eat them correctly according to our own situation and effectively help maintain our health.