The efficacy and function of Radix Glehniae

As the pressure of modern life increases, more and more health care methods are emerging, but the most popular ones are still traditional Chinese medicine and Chinese medicine that have been tested for thousands of years. For example, Gangbangui, what are the effects and functions of Gangbangui? Let me introduce it to you today.

[Other names] Snake retreat, plowshare thorn, river white grass, grasshopper thorn, quick solution element, tiger tongue, cat's claw thorn, snake but not, snake tooth grass, Polygonum thunbergii

[Source] It is the whole herb of Polygonum perfoliatum L., a plant of the Polygonum genus of the Polygonaceae family. Collect the herbs when the plants are growing vigorously in summer and autumn, and then sun-dry them.

【Nature and flavor】 Sour, cool.

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat and detoxifies, promotes diuresis and reduces swelling. Used for upper respiratory tract infection, tracheitis, whooping cough, acute tonsillitis, enteritis, dysentery, nephritic edema; used externally to treat herpes zoster, eczema, carbuncles, boils, and snake bites.

[Usage and Dosage] 0.5-1 liang; for external use, appropriate amount, mash the fresh product and apply it or boil the dry product in water to wash the affected area.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

Through the introduction of the above content, we can understand that Radix Glehniae plays a very important role in some diseases. The consumption of the Chinese medicine Gangbangui should also be determined according to each person's physical condition. Remember not to take the medicine blindly.