The whole plant of the bean family plant, Emaohuang, is used as medicine. It not only has the effect of appetizing and relieving summer heat, but also can treat snake bites. Now let's learn about the effects and functions of Emaohuang together!
[Effects and Functions of Emaohuang]
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that Emaohuang has the effects of promoting blood circulation, relieving pain, detoxifying, and reducing swelling. It is mainly used to treat abdominal pain, infantile malnutrition, dry blood consumption in women, waist sprains, wounds, urethritis, mumps, and snake bites.
1. "Emei Medicinal Plants": Clears heat and promotes diuresis.
2. "Guizhou Herbal Medicine": Nourishes the weak, promotes blood circulation, treats malaria, and relieves pain.
3. "Guangxi Chinese Herbal Medicine": Promotes digestion, relieves pain, and neutralizes snake venom. It is used to treat stomach diseases, infantile malnutrition, and snake bites.
[Medicinal Characteristics of Emaohuang]
The stem of Emaohuang is cylindrical, with a diameter of about 3mm, and the surface has longitudinal ridges. It has trifoliate leaves, with the terminal leaflet larger, measuring 5.5-9cm in length and 3.5-5cm in width, elliptic to obovate;
The apex is blunt or acute, with a hard tip, and the base is wedged-shaped. The leaves have smooth margins, are pale green in color, and have soft hairs on the lower surface. The texture is fragile.
Sometimes inflorescences or pods can be seen. The pods are 1.5-2.4cm long, with constricted sutures and deep wavy dorsal sutures, with 4-7 segments and covered with brown velvety hairs. It has a faint odor and a bean-like scent.
[Side Effects of Emaohuang]
Side effects of Emaohuang: Side effects are caused by the poor selectivity of the drug, which are inherent to the drug itself.
Whether it is a prescription drug or an over-the-counter drug, it should be used under the guidance of a doctor or pharmacist.
If any discomfort occurs during medication, it is necessary to stop the medication promptly and consult a doctor or pharmacist to avoid unnecessary harm.
Contraindications: Be cautious during pregnancy and lactation.
Dietary restrictions: Do not take excessive amounts orally.
