Xu Changqing is a type of Chinese herbal medicine. It can be taken in the form of decoction or infusion. Xu Changqing has the effects of diuresis, reducing swelling, promoting blood circulation, detoxification, relieving pain, and stopping cough.
【Functions and Indications of Xu Changqing】
Characteristics: Pungent and warm.
① "Ben Jing" (Classic of Materia Medica): "Pungent and warm."
② "Bie Lu" (Additional Records): "Non-toxic."
Meridians: Liver and stomach.
Indications: Relieves pain, stops cough, reduces swelling, promotes blood circulation, and detoxifies the body.
Used for stomach pain, toothache, rheumatic pain, menstrual cramps, chronic bronchitis, ascites, edema, dysentery, enteritis, injuries from falls, eczema, urticaria, and snake bites.
【Effects and Actions of Xu Changqing】
1. Anti-inflammatory and analgesic:
Used for rheumatic pain, back pain, pain from injuries, abdominal pain, and toothache. Xu Changqing has good effects in dispelling wind and relieving pain, and is widely used for various pain conditions caused by wind, cold, qi stagnation, and blood stasis.
In recent years, Xu Changqing has also been used for postoperative pain and cancer pain, showing certain analgesic effects. It can be used alone or combined with other relevant medications.
2. Dispels wind and relieves itching:
Used for eczema, rashes, and stubborn psoriasis. Xu Changqing has the effect of dispelling wind and relieving itching. It can be taken orally alone or used as an external wash when decocted. It can also be combined with other medications such as Ku Shen, Di Fu Zi, and Bai Xian Pi to clear heat and dampness.
In addition, Xu Changqing can also neutralize snake venom and treat snake bites. It can be used internally or externally in combination with Ban Bian Lian.
【Precautions for Using Xu Changqing】
1. It is not suitable for long decoction. People with weak constitution should use it with caution.
2. Xu Changqing is non-toxic and has no adverse reactions when taken in regular doses. Long-term use or decoction with large doses (less than 30g) also has no significant side effects.
3. It should not be used during menstruation. Women are more physically weak during menstruation, so it is advisable to use it with caution.
4. It should not be used by pregnant women. It may cause poor fetal development, bleeding, and miscarriage.
