Ze Xie is a commonly used traditional Chinese medicine for promoting diuresis and reducing edema. It has high medicinal value. Let's take a look at the application identification of Ze Xie and its contraindications together with the following article.
【Application Identification of Ze Xie】
Ze Xie: It is used for promoting diuresis, draining heat, and treating conditions such as difficult urination, edema, dysuria, turbid and painful urination, nocturnal emission, and weak legs and knees. Stir-fried Ze Xie is mainly used for spleen dampness, treating conditions such as phlegm retention, diarrhea, and dizziness.
Ze Xie, Fu Ling, and Zhu Ling can all promote diuresis and reduce edema. They are often used together. However, Ze Xie has a cold nature and can drain heat and clear damp-heat. Fu Ling can tonify the heart and spleen and calm the mind. Zhu Ling can only promote diuresis and drain dampness.
【Contraindications of Ze Xie】
(1) It should not be used by those with kidney deficiency and slippery essence.
(2) It should not be used by those who are allergic to clams or clams.
(3) It should not be used by pregnant women. Caution should be exercised when used in children.
(4) It should not be used in large quantities for a prolonged period of time.
(5) It should not be used together with potassium-sparing diuretics such as spironolactone and amiloride.
(6) There have been reports of gastrointestinal reactions such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal rumbling, and diarrhea when taken orally.
Large doses or long-term use can lead to water and electrolyte imbalance, abnormal liver function, hematuria, etc. External application can cause blistering dermatitis.
