Every medication should be understood for its pharmacological properties before use in order to better achieve the goal of treating diseases and saving lives. In this article, Chinese Medicine Network will introduce the functions, indications, and side effects of the Chinese herb Wu Xue Teng, along with its picture representation!
Functions and effects of Chinese herb Wu Xue Teng
Clears heat and cools blood; drains pus and reduces swelling; relieves pain and promotes tissue regeneration. Used for rheumatism, sore throat, scrofula, breast abscess, sores, eczema, unidentified swelling, and snake bites.
Indications of Chinese herb Wu Xue Teng
① "Practical Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine": "The root can reduce swelling, detoxify, clear heat, and cool blood. It is used to treat multiple abscesses, deep abscesses, mastitis, sores, and swelling."
② "Commonly Used Chinese Herbal Medicine Color Atlas": "The tender branches and leaves can relieve pain, promote tissue regeneration, and reduce swelling. It is used to treat gunshot wounds and kill lice."
Habitat distribution of Chinese herb Wu Xue Teng
Ecological environment: Grows in mountain slope forests or shrubs.
Distribution: Found in Guangdong, Guangxi, Fujian, Hainan, Taiwan, and other regions.
Side effects of Chinese herb Wu Xue Teng
As long as it is used in the recommended dosage, Wu Xue Teng is generally safe and has no side effects. The safety of Wu Xue Teng during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not yet been tested. Diabetic patients should only take Wu Xue Teng extract to lower blood sugar under the clinical supervision of healthcare professionals.
Picture representation of Wu Xue Teng
Wu Xue Teng pictures
