What are the medicinal values ​​of Phytolacca

Phytolacca is a very common plant, but most people think it is a weed. In fact, Smilax glabra has medicinal value. Its main function is diuresis. It can also stimulate the intestines and cause watery diarrhea. Phytolacca is highly toxic and can stimulate paralysis of the central nervous system, causing respiratory and movement disorders. In mild cases, symptoms include fever, dizziness, high blood pressure, diarrhea, etc. In severe cases, cardiac paralysis and death may occur. Therefore, when we use Rhizoma Coptidis to treat diseases, we must pay attention to the dosage, and it is best to use the medicine under the guidance of a doctor.

Enhance immunity

1. Antigenicity: Phytolacca americana has significant immune activity. The glycoproteins contained in American pokeweed are antigenic and can stimulate T cells to produce a variety of colony stimulating factors and interleukin II. Pokeweed mitogen (PWM) can activate T cell division, activate B cells, and inhibit the synthesis of myeloma cell DNA.

2. Enhance cellular immune function. Phytolacca americana saponins promote the phagocytic function of leukocytes in mice. Phytolacca americana saponin is a biologically active substance that activates ribonucleotide reductase, stimulates the activity of B cells to thymus nucleoside, promotes DNA metabolism, and thus has the function of enhancing cellular immunity. PWM can also stimulate mouse spleen lymphocytes to produce IgM with the help of T cells.

3. Induction of interferon In the presence of macrophages, T cells and B cells can respond to PWM and PHA and produce interferon.

Smilax china is cold and poisonous. It can cause poisoning if taken by mistake or used improperly. Be sure to pay attention to the dosage and usage when using it. For mild intestinal problems, you can use raw licorice and mung beans, mash them and boil them. Taking it in two doses can eliminate the toxicity of the rhubarb. However, large doses can lead to serious conditions, so you should go to the hospital for examination in time.