The efficacy and function of Pinellia tuber

Chinese medicinal materials are very common, and there are many types of them. There are also some differences in their efficacy. Therefore, you need to have a good understanding before choosing. So do you know about the medicinal material Pinellia ternata?

[Source] It is a fermented preparation made from Pinellia ternata, flour, ginger juice, etc.

[Preparation] ① Take half of raw Pinellia ternata and half of French Pinellia ternata, grind them into powder. Use 8 liang of ginger per jin, wash, mash and squeeze out the juice, add it with 4 liang of flour and warm water to make a thin paste, pour it into the pinellia powder and knead it into a ball. After fermentation, press it into small pieces with a wooden mold and dry it.

[Properties] This product is in the form of a rectangular block, about 3.5 cm long, 2 cm wide and 1 cm thick. Hard texture, white color. The product name is printed on it and the bottom is smooth.

【Nature and flavor】 "New Reference for Medicinal Pieces": "bitter, pungent, neutral."

【Functions and indications】 "New Reference for Medicinal Pieces": "It can resolve phlegm and relieve cough, eliminate food stagnation, and treat diarrhea."

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoction (wrapped in gauze), 2 to 3 qian.

【Note】 "New Reference for Medicinal Pieces": "People with internal heat and thirst should take this medicine with caution."

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

Through the above introduction, everyone has a good understanding of the Chinese medicine Pinellia ternata, which has a very good effect in treating diseases. However, it should be noted that when using Pinellia ternata, some methods and techniques should be mastered for healthy and scientific consumption.