The efficacy and function of Prunus mume

Prunus mume is also called mountain plum, small plum kernel, etc. It is a traditional Chinese medicine that can treat urinary problems, athlete's foot, reduce edema, moisturize the intestines, and treat constipation. However, it is best not to take this medicine for pregnant women, as it will cause harm to pregnant women and fetuses. What are the effects and functions of Yu Li Ren?

Prunus mume contains volatile organic acids, cellulose, oleic acid and other substances. Especially for people with constipation, taking Prunus mume can have the effect of moisturizing the intestines and promoting bowel movements. However, you may experience abdominal pain after taking Prunus mume. Let’s take a look at the effects and functions of Prunus mume.

Prunus mume is mainly used to treat dry intestines, constipation, difficulty urinating, edema, athlete's foot and other diseases.

This medicine is commonly used in the following traditional prescriptions: ① Wu Ren Wan (Shi Yi De Xiao Fang): Prunus mume kernel, cypress seed kernel, pine seed kernel, peach kernel, and apricot kernel, for treating constipation due to dryness of body fluids; ② Yu Li Ren Wan (Taiping Sheng Hui Fang): Prunus mume kernel, Gelsemium elegans, Trichosanthes kirilowii, Dianthus superbus, Poria cocos, and dried tangerine peel, for treating edema due to water retention all over the body and difficulty in urination and defecation.

The efficacy and function of Prunus mume

(I) Diarrhea

Prunus mume has a laxative effect and can significantly promote intestinal peristalsis and spasmodic contraction. Its effective laxative ingredients are Prunus mume glycosides and fatty oil.

(ii) Others

1. It can promote the secretion of bronchial mucosa and has antitussive and expectorant effects.

2. Anti-inflammatory, analgesic, sedative and anticonvulsant effects.

3. It has diuretic effect.

4. Antihypertensive effect.

After understanding the effects and functions of Prunus mume, we know what diseases Prunus mume can be used to treat. However, Prunus mume has a stronger laxative effect, and it can also act as a diuretic, and the side effects it brings to patients are very small, so it can be taken with confidence. However, it must be taken under the arrangement of a pharmacist.