The efficacy and function of snake grape root

Snake grape root is a very common Chinese medicine and also a very important medicinal material. We need to pay attention to it. Snake grape root can be used in combination with other medicines, and we need to take it appropriately according to our physical condition. Let’s take a look at the main effects and functions of the traditional Chinese medicine snake grape root.

[Other names] Mountain grape root (Jiangxi Herbal Medicine), wild grape root (Quanzhou Materia Medica), Snakehead smilax (Handbook of Commonly Used Chinese Herbal Medicines in Northeast China).

[Source] The root or root bark of the grape plant Snake Grape . Harvest in autumn.

【Properties and flavors】 ① "Quanzhou Materia Medica": "sweet, mild, non-toxic."

【Functions and indications】 Clears away heat and detoxifies, dispels wind and dampness, disperses blood stasis and resolves stagnation. It is used to treat lung abscess, intestinal abscess, scrofula, rheumatism, carbuncle, swelling, bruises and burns.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 0.5-1 liang; or mash into juice. For external use: mash and apply.

[Additional prescription] ① For the treatment of lung abscess and intestinal abscess: mash the root of snake grape and mix the juice with wine for drinking. (Zhejiang Tianmu Yam Plant Records)

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

[Source] From "Zhejiang Tianmu Yam Plant Records"

Regarding the snake grape root introduced in the article, I hope everyone can learn more about the relevant information in daily life, so that they can correctly treat the disease when facing it.