The efficacy and function of pepper root

The efficacy and function of pepper root

Sichuan pepper root is a traditional Chinese medicine. In addition to the effects we know in daily life, Sichuan pepper root actually has many other effects and functions. Let’s take a look at them right away.

[Source] It is the root of Zanthoxylum bungeanum , a plant of the Rutaceae family.

[Chemical composition] The root bark of the same genus plant, Cilantro, contains berberine, berberine and berberine dimethyl ether.

【Nature and flavor】 "Compendium of Materia Medica": "pungent, hot, slightly toxic."

【Function and indication】 ① "Compendium of Materia Medica": "For patients with coldness of kidney and bladder, bloody stranguria and bloody color, boil the decoction and drink it slowly. Do not take it if the color is bright."

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Compendium of Materia Medica".

Sichuan pepper root is often used in the treatment of some diseases. It can be made into a compound prescription or used alone as needed. However, Sichuan pepper root should not be consumed blindly to avoid adverse effects on the body.

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