The root and rhizome of Trogopterus xanthipes, also known as Sui Gu Zi in Chinese medicine, has a sweet taste and a cold nature. It is mainly used for its heat-clearing and diuretic effects. Although Sui Gu Zi has high medicinal value, there are limitations in its application, especially for certain groups of people who should use it with caution!
【Methods of using Sui Gu Zi】
Sui Gu Zi can be used in two ways, externally and internally. External use involves crushing it and applying it to wounds, which can stop bleeding, disperse bruises, and reduce swelling.
For internal use, it is mainly used for its diuretic and heat-clearing properties. Here are two specific dosage recommendations for different symptoms:
1. For treating nephritis with diuretic effects: Take 5 grams each of Sui Gu Zi root, Rhizoma Imperatae and Herba Lysimachiae, decoct them in water, and take it warm. Take one dose daily.
2. For treating fever and restlessness: Take 3-5 grams of Sui Gu Zi root or leaf, decoct them in water, and take it warm.
【Suitable population for using Sui Gu Zi】
1. People who sweat a lot
When the body has excessive dampness, sweating a lot during summer can be improved by consuming Sui Gu Zi. It has diuretic and lung-moistening properties, which can help eliminate excess water through urine.
2. People with excessive internal heat
Although internal heat is not a disease, it can cause discomfort. People with internal heat often feel irritable, which can affect their work and daily life. Sui Gu Zi has the function of clearing heat, so it can be used when experiencing internal heat.
【Precautions for using Sui Gu Zi】
Sui Gu Zi is a Chinese herbal medicine primarily used for internal consumption. Take 10 to 15 grams each time, decoct it in water and take it as a soup. Take it once in the morning and once in the evening for better results.
However, avoid taking it together with drugs that have similar effects during the course of consumption. Also, avoid eating spicy and stimulating foods as it may hinder the effectiveness of the medicine.
For women, it is important to take it in moderation, as Sui Gu Zi is considered to have a certain abortifacient effect. Therefore, it is best for women who are planning to conceive or are pregnant to avoid its use for the sake of their own health.
