The Chinese medicine Xueshanyizhihao is a widely spread and used medicine for treating injuries and pain. It is commonly found in the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau and is known for its high toxicity. Now let's learn about the pharmacological effects of Xueshanyizhihao!
【Preparation of Xueshanyizhihao】
1. Soak Xueshanyizhihao in cold water, changing the water 2-3 times a day until there is no spicy taste. Take it out and cook it with licorice and black beans until the inside is free of white heart. Then remove and dry it.
2. Soak it in clean water for 7 days, changing the water twice a day. Cut it into slices after the center becomes soft and translucent. Steam it in a steamer for 2-3 hours, then remove and dry it.
Mix it thoroughly with hot lard or wrap it in wet paper and heat it near a charcoal fire until cooked. Remove the paper, soak it in a solution of children's urine for a day and night, then take it out, rinse it and dry it.
【Symptoms of Xueshanyizhihao poisoning】
Xueshanyizhihao is highly toxic, and the toxic reactions occur within 0.5-3 hours after taking the medicine. The main symptoms are: mild drowsiness, burning sensation in the mouth, increased secretions;
severe numbness, weakness, coldness, swelling, discomfort in the throat, nausea, vomiting, drooling, dizziness, palpitations, restlessness, abdominal pain and urge to defecate.
Severe cases may experience fainting, cold limbs, irregular heartbeat, low blood pressure, difficulty breathing, convulsions, and unconsciousness. The electrocardiogram may show frequent premature contractions. In severe cases, death may occur due to circulatory and respiratory failure.
【First aid for Xueshanyizhihao poisoning】
Xueshanyizhihao is a Tibetan medicine that grows in mountainous areas and shrubs. It is mainly composed of aconitine and is highly toxic when taken in excess. Traditional Chinese medicine uses mung beans and honeysuckle to detoxify it.
There have been cases of death from poisoning within 2 hours after taking the medicine, so it should be used with caution. The rescue methods commonly used include atropine, procainamide, and quinidine, which are considered effective antagonists if used in a timely manner.
In addition, people also use bamboo shoots, bamboo roots, bamboo, coriander, windproof, tea leaves, and licorice as detoxifying agents. Take 5 grams of 2-3 selected ingredients, decoct with water and consume; or cook a porridge with lard, brown sugar, or honey, and try it as appropriate.
