What are the effects and functions of Fritillaria?

There are many types of Fritillaria, which are mainly divided into four types, namely: Sichuan Fritillaria, Zhejiang Fritillaria, Native Fritillaria, and Ilex Fritillaria. This is mainly divided according to the place of origin. There are also other varieties in various places. The comprehensive summary of the effects and functions of Fritillaria is as follows:

The name of Fritillaria was first recorded in "Shennong Bencao Jing" and was listed as a medium-grade product. Tao Hongjing said that "its shape resembles a cluster of clams, hence the name Fritillaria." Fritillaria mainly has the functions of clearing heat and moistening the lungs, resolving phlegm and relieving cough. It is used for dry cough due to lung heat, dry cough with little sputum, cough due to yin deficiency, and cough with blood. It is used to treat consumptive cough, spitting of blood, chest depression, pulmonary emphysema, lung abscess, throat congestion, and breast abscess. The dosage is 3 to 9 g; grind into powder and take 1 to 2 g at a time. There are several sources, namely, Sichuan Fritillaria, Dark Purple Fritillaria, Gansu Fritillaria and Sophora flavescens. It should not be used together with Aconitum-type medicinal materials.

The efficacy and function of Fritillaria:

1. Clear away heat and resolve phlegm, moisten the lungs and relieve cough

1. Cough, sudden cough and wheezing due to wind and cold. 2. Stroke-induced orifice blockage, epilepsy, etc.

2. Relieve depression and resolve stagnation;

1. Depression, worry, chest tightness and abdominal distension. 2. Gall. 3. Mastitis, carbuncle and swelling. 4. Milk does not come out.

There are many types of Fritillaria, and different types and ways of taking them are suitable for different diseases. But in general, the effects and functions of Fritillaria are clearing away heat, resolving phlegm and relieving cough. It is especially suitable for people in the northern part, especially in winter when the dry air can easily cause patients to have symptoms of coughing and getting angry. Taking Fritillaria at this time has a very good effect.