Shi Xi Cao is a common medicinal plant with the ability to dispel dampness and detoxify the body. It can alleviate symptoms such as rheumatism, weakness in the limbs, and frail bones and tendons. In addition, when combined with other Chinese herbs, Shi Xi Cao can double its therapeutic effects!
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【Combination with other herbs】
1. Combination with Hai Tong Pi
Hai Tong Pi has a bitter and pungent taste, enters the Blood division, dispels wind and dampness, promotes blood circulation, and reduces blood pressure. Shi Xi Cao dispels wind and dampness, activates blood circulation, and detoxifies. When these two herbs are combined, they can dispel wind and dampness, promote blood circulation, lower blood pressure, and be used for rheumatic pain, weakness in the bones and tendons, painful joints, numbness in the limbs, hemiplegia, or sequelae of infantile paralysis.
2. Combination with Wei Ling Xian
Both herbs can dispel wind, dampness, and relieve pain. Shi Xi Cao is good for activating the bones and tendons, while Wei Ling Xian is good at promoting blood circulation. When these two herbs are used together, their effects are even more remarkable. They can be used for rheumatic pain, numbness in the limbs, and more.
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【Pharmacological effects of Shi Xi Cao】
1. Anti-inflammatory effects
The reason why Shi Xi Cao is commonly used as a "rheumatism medicine" in rural areas is mainly due to its anti-inflammatory effects, which can help alleviate inflammation in rheumatic joint diseases.
2. Hypotensive effects
Studies have shown that Shi Xi Cao also has a certain vasodilating effect, which can help block the vasoconstrictive response caused by nerve stimulation, thus playing a role in lowering blood pressure.
3. Antibacterial effects
Shi Xi Cao also has antibacterial effects and can be used in the treatment of diseases such as malaria and wet sores.
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【Applications of Shi Xi Cao】
1. Treatment of intestinal bleeding: Grind Shi Xi Ye, steam with wine, refine into pills with honey. Take 15 grams per dose and drink with plain soup.
2. Treatment of hypertension: Take 15 grams each of Shi Xi Cao, Xia Ku Cao, and Sang Ji Sheng, and 9 grams each of Ju Hua and Long Dan Cao. Decoct in water and drink.
3. Treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, lower back and leg pain, etc.: Take 12 grams each of Shi Xi Cao and Lao Guan Cao, and 15 grams of Ji Xue Teng. Decoct in water and drink.
4. Treatment of malaria: Shi Xi Cao can be used alone, taking 30-45 grams and decocting in water.
