The Chinese herb Di Ding Cao has powerful benefits, not only for reducing swelling and pain, but also for its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Di Ding Cao can be considered a traditional Chinese medicine for clearing heat and detoxification, especially when used in combination with other detoxifying herbs. Here is an introduction to the application of Di Ding Cao in herbal formulas!
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In traditional Chinese medicine, Di Ding Cao is believed to have the effect of clearing heat and detoxification. It is commonly used to treat conditions such as high fever, restlessness, influenza, infectious hepatitis, nephritis, scrofula, mumps, boils, and other purulent infections.
1. "Liaoning Common Chinese Medicinal Herbs Handbook": "Clears heat and detoxifies. Treats abscesses, boils, and lymph node tuberculosis."
2. "Hebei Chinese Herbal Medicine Handbook": "Treats acute infectious hepatitis."
3. "Plateau Chinese Herbal Treatment Handbook": "Has anti-inflammatory and detoxifying effects. Treats jaundice hepatitis, high fever, and restlessness."
In addition to the medicinal benefits mentioned above, Di Ding Cao also has excellent edible effects. People can consume fresh Di Ding Cao as a vegetable, which can absorb rich plant protein, soluble sugars, and various amino acids.
Di Ding Cao is commonly used to treat sores and boils, especially for facial and back boils. It can be combined with other herbs such as dandelion, chrysanthemum, and honeysuckle to make the Five Flavors Disinfecting Decoction.
Dosage: In compound formulas, use 9-15g, and for single herb use, use 30-60g.
Prescription example: Five Flavors Disinfecting Decoction from "Yi Zong Jin Jian": 15g Di Ding Cao, 15g dandelion, 15g honeysuckle, 9g wild chrysanthemum, 9g purple back Tiankui. Decoct with water and take orally. It is even better to add a spoonful of ginger white wine for consumption.
Contraindications: It should be used with caution by those with indolent swelling without a head and those with spleen and stomach deficiency and cold. People with a cold constitution should avoid using Di Ding Cao.
