Guan Mu Tong tastes bitter and has a cold nature. It has the effects of clearing heat and promoting bowel movements, as well as promoting menstruation and lactation. However, medicine is three parts poison, so drugs should not be used indiscriminately, especially since some Chinese medicines are toxic. Therefore, it is best not to consume them indiscriminately!
Guan Mu Tong has many functions, but it should not be consumed excessively. If consumed excessively or used for a long time, it can cause renal insufficiency. Pregnant women should also avoid taking Guan Mu Tong.
Guan Mu Tong is a bitter, cold, and toxic Chinese herbal medicine. The general dosage is 3-6 grams. It should not be taken for a long time or in excessive amounts. Guan Mu Tong can also be used to treat painful and difficult urination. It can be combined with Plantago seeds. For treating edema, it can be used together with Zhu Ling and Sang Bai Pi. For treating oral ulcers, it can be combined with other Chinese herbs such as Rehmannia, Licorice, and Bamboo leaves.
How to identify Guan Mu Tong?
1. Guan Mu Tong is a very hard plant with small pores all over it. The most important thing is that it has no smell but a very bitter taste.
2. Guan Mu Tong is used in the treatment of dysmenorrhea in women. After taking Guan Mu Tong, the symptoms of dysmenorrhea can be alleviated.
3. Smell: Guan Mu Tong has no smell.
