What are the effects and side effects of safflower?

Safflower is also called grass safflower in some places. It is a plant that grows in Sichuan, Tibet and other regions of my country. Its flowers are a bit similar to wild chrysanthemums and are orange-red in color. Although safflower is not as beautiful as other flowers, it has more effects. So, what are the effects and side effects of safflower? Let us take a look at it together below.

1. The efficacy of safflower

Safflower is warm in nature and spicy in taste. It has the effects of promoting blood circulation, relieving menstruation, dispersing blood stasis and relieving pain. It is often used for amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea, lochia retention, chest pain, abdominal pain due to blood stasis, stabbing pain in the chest and flanks, bruises, swelling and pain in sores, etc. When the ancients dealt with blood stasis, they often wrapped a handful of safflower in gauze and boiled it. This could be used for soaking feet twice a day. It is suitable for various congestion diseases such as varicose veins, peripheral neuritis, poor blood circulation, numbness or cyanosis of the legs and feet, and can accelerate blood circulation in the feet.

2. Side effects of safflower

The main symptoms are abdominal discomfort, abdominal pain, diarrhea, or even gastrointestinal bleeding, abdominal cramps, and excessive menstruation in women. This is mainly related to the stimulating effect of safflower on the intestines and uterus. When poisoning occurs, some may experience confusion and tremors, and in severe cases, convulsions. Breathing is first excited and then inhibited, leading to circulatory and respiratory failure. A small number of patients experience dizziness, rash, and transient urticaria. It is related to the stimulating effect of safflower on the nervous system and allergic reactions. The main causes of safflower poisoning are misuse and excessive dosage. Therefore, it should be avoided in pregnant women clinically, and should be used with caution by those with ulcers and hemorrhagic diseases. The dosage (decoction) should not be too large, 3 to 9g is appropriate.

Well, after reading the above introduction, I believe you already know the effects and side effects of safflower. When using safflower, it is best to follow the doctor's instructions to avoid bad consequences. It is best to place safflower in a place where children cannot reach it to avoid children accidentally eating safflower and causing danger.