The efficacy and function of sandalwood oil

Traditional Chinese medicine is a Chinese tradition. For many Chinese people, seeing a Chinese doctor and taking Chinese medicine when they are sick is their tradition and habit. Therefore, Chinese medicine is liked by many people. Sandalwood oil is a common Chinese medicinal material. Let's learn about it together.

[Source] It is a volatile oil obtained by distilling the heartwood of the sandalwood plant of the Santalaceae family.

[Original morphology] The plant morphology is detailed in the "Sandalwood" entry.

[Preparation method] Cut the heartwood of sandalwood into small pieces and place it in a large distiller. After distillation, 3-5% sandalwood oil can be obtained. This oil should be stored tightly in a bottle to avoid sunlight and air leakage.

[Properties] Pure sandalwood sleeve is a colorless or even light yellow, slightly viscous oil with the inherent aroma of sandalwood. Levorotatory; soluble in 6 times the amount of 70% ethanol at 20°C; specific gravity 0.973～0.985 (25°C), brightness of rotation -15～-20°.

[Chemical composition] See the entry for "Sandalwood".

[Pharmacological action] The antibacterial effect of sandalwood oil is not strong, and the phenol coefficient against Salmonella typhi is below 0.1. It can relieve ineffective coughing; overdose can cause irritation to the stomach, kidneys, and skin. Used for urinary difficulties, it can improve symptoms. Feeding rats 0.5 to 2 grams/kg for several days can reduce the growth of Staphylococcus aureus in the urinary tract by 60%. The antibacterial concentration of sandalwood oil is 1:64000~1:128000, and it is also effective against Shigella dysenteriae; the concentration of 1:32000 has an inhibitory effect on avian tuberculosis. It has no effect on E. coli. Sandalwood oil also has a diuretic effect, paralyzes the isolated rabbit small intestine, and has a stimulating effect on the rabbit ear skin.

【Nature and flavor】 ① "Compendium of Materia Medica": "bitter."

【Functions and indications】 Treats epigastric pain, vomiting, and stranguria.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral administration: put into capsules, 0.02-0.2 ml each time (1 ml per day). For external use: apply on the affected area.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

【Source】 From "Supplement to Compendium of Materia Medica"

Through the detailed introduction of this article, I believe everyone has a certain understanding of the functions and effects of sandalwood oil. The several functions and effects introduced in the article are relatively common. I hope everyone can remember them and they will be helpful in your life.