Wuweizi has the functions of lung astringency, cough suppression, nourishing essence, stopping diarrhea and sweating. Many people use wuweizi to make tea in their daily life. So what are the disadvantages of drinking wuweizi tea?
The disadvantages of drinking wuweizi tea
Wuweizi has a sour and sweet taste and a warm nature. Drinking wuweizi tea has the effects of lung astringency, kidney nourishment, saliva production, and sweat reduction. It is commonly used to treat symptoms such as weak lungs and coughing, dry mouth and thirst, spontaneous sweating, and persistent diarrhea. It itself does not have obvious toxic side effects, but it is still a type of Chinese herbal medicine. If taken blindly, it can cause some adverse reactions or toxic side effects.
Side effects
If wuweizi is taken in a dose of 13-18 grams or more, adverse reactions such as hiccup, acid reflux, stomach pain, burning sensation in the stomach, intestinal rumbling, fatigue, and drowsiness may occur.
Allergic reactions
Some people may experience a series of allergic or toxic reactions after taking wuweizi, such as fever, headache, hives, nausea and vomiting, dry mouth and tongue, and even discomfort such as palpitations and shortness of breath.
What to do if adverse reactions occur after drinking wuweizi tea
1. Immediately stop drinking wuweizi tea
If you experience adverse reactions after drinking wuweizi tea, regardless of the severity of the symptoms, you should immediately stop drinking it to avoid worsening discomfort. If the symptoms are mild, generally stopping the consumption of wuweizi tea for a period of time will naturally alleviate the symptoms.
2. Drink plenty of water
If adverse reactions occur after drinking wuweizi tea, it is recommended to drink plenty of water. On the one hand, it can help dilute the content of wuweizi in the gastrointestinal tract, which can help alleviate the symptoms to a certain extent. On the other hand, it can promote the rapid elimination of residual wuweizi from the body, preventing the symptoms from worsening.
3. Seek medical attention
If the adverse reactions after drinking wuweizi tea are relatively severe, it is recommended to seek medical attention immediately for targeted treatments such as fluid replacement and detoxification, in order to avoid delaying the condition and causing further aggravation.
The recommended dosage for drinking wuweizi tea
2-6 grams.
Wuweizi is, after all, a type of Chinese herbal medicine and has certain dosage regulations. According to traditional Chinese medicine, wuweizi has the ability to nourish all five organs. The general recommended dosage is 2-6 grams, and excessive consumption should be avoided as it may cause adverse reactions.
How to avoid allergic reactions when drinking wuweizi tea
Generally, there are not many people who are allergic to drinking wuweizi tea. However, a small number of people with allergic constitutions may experience a series of allergic reactions when taking wuweizi tea. If you are unsure whether you are allergic, you can start by drinking a small amount of wuweizi tea and observe for about an hour. If there are no adverse reactions, you can continue to consume it.
Contraindications for drinking wuweizi tea
People with early-stage cough due to external factors
For those with coughs caused by external factors, the treatment should focus on dispersing the pathogenic factors. Wuweizi has a sour taste and traditional Chinese medicine believes that sourness has a contracting effect. Therefore, drinking wuweizi tea for those with early-stage cough due to external factors may contract the pathogenic factors, causing the symptoms such as cough and headache to worsen.
People with early-stage rashes
For those with early-stage rashes, the treatment should focus on promoting rash eruption. Wuweizi tea has a contracting effect, so taking it for those with early-stage rashes may cause the pathogenic factors to stagnate, leading to worsening symptoms of the rash.
