Chinese medicine Xi Xi Cao refers to the dried aerial parts of the plants Xi Xi, Xian Geng Xi Xi, or Mao Geng Xi Xi from the family Asteraceae. It is mainly used for diseases such as rheumatism, lumbar and knee soreness. It has the effects of dispelling wind and dampness, promoting joint health, and detoxification. So what are the considerations for taking Xi Xi Cao?
[Clinical Applications of Xi Xi Cao]
1. Hypertension
Take 15 grams of Xi Xi Cao, Xia Ku Cao, and Sang Ji Sheng, and 9 grams of Ju Hua and Long Dan Cao. Decoct and drink.
2. Rheumatoid arthritis, lumbago, leg pain, etc.
Take 12 grams of Xi Xi Cao and Lao Guan Cao, and 15 grams of Ji Xue Teng. Decoct and drink.
3. Malaria
Take 30-45 grams of Xi Xi Cao alone. Decoct and drink.
4. Jaundice hepatitis, hemiplegia, scabies ulcers, etc.
Can be used in combination with other medicines.
5. Used for rheumatic arthralgia, bone and joint pain, limb numbness, weakness, etc.
This herb has the functions of dispelling wind and dampness, and alleviating pain in the joints. When used for patients with rheumatic arthralgia and heat predominance, it is particularly suitable.
When used in combination with Styrax, it is called Xi Tong Pill in the book "Collection of Health Experience".
When used to treat rheumatism, cold dampness, or wind stroke paralysis, this herb can be used alone. It is steamed with wine and made into pills, which are taken with warm wine. This is called Xi Xi Pill in the book "Compilation of Formulas for Living People".
6. Used for sores, abscesses, swelling, and itching
It can be taken internally or applied externally to relieve heat, detoxify, dispel wind and dampness, and alleviate itching.
[Considerations for Taking Xi Xi Cao]
Xi Xi Cao has the effects of dispelling wind and dampness, and alleviating pain in the joints. It is suitable for patients with rheumatic arthralgia, weak muscles and bones, weak waist and knees, stroke, facial and eye deviation, hemiplegia, wind rash, wet sores, insect bites, malaria, jaundice, and other conditions. It is especially suitable for patients with damp-heat type arthralgia.
Avoid taking it if you don't have rheumatism.
Expert tips: Xi Xi Cao is suitable for raw use to relieve heat and detoxify, and for processed use to dispel wind and dampness and promote blood circulation. It is best to store it in a well-ventilated and dry place to avoid mold and affect its efficacy.
[Effects and Functions of Xi Xi Cao]
1. Dispels wind and dampness, promotes blood circulation
Used for rheumatic arthralgia, Xi Xi Cao has the effects of dispelling wind and dampness, promoting blood circulation, and benefiting the joints. It is often used in combination with Dang Gui, Wu Jia Pi, Hai Feng Teng, etc. It can also be made into powder and steamed with wine to make pills with honey.
Used for sequelae of stroke, hemiplegia, numbness of limbs, Xi Xi Cao is used to promote blood circulation and regulate Qi and blood, often used in combination with Huang Qi, Dang Gui, Di Long, etc.
2. Clears damp-heat, relieves itching
Used for skin rash, wet sores, Xi Xi Cao can be used in combination with Bai Xian Pi, Cang Er Zi, etc.
3. Treats malaria
Used for malaria, take 30 grams of Xi Xi Cao, decoct and drink in two doses.
