Tianma is a commonly used medicinal herb in daily life. It contains multiple nutrients and has the effects of soothing the liver, calming wind, and stopping spasms. It is mainly used to treat dizziness, headache, and migraines. Can you drink alcohol after taking Tianma? How long after taking Tianma can you drink alcohol?
Can you drink alcohol after taking Tianma?
It is not recommended to drink alcohol.
Tianma has a neutral nature and a sweet taste. It has the effects of calming wind, stopping spasms, soothing the liver, and suppressing yang. It is suitable for symptoms such as headache, dizziness, limb numbness, and infantile convulsions. It is not advisable to drink alcohol during the medication period. Alcohol needs to be metabolized by the liver. Drinking alcohol during the medication period will change the quantity, types, and activity of enzymes in the liver, thereby affecting drug metabolism.
How long after taking Tianma can you drink alcohol?
Approximately 4 to 6 hours.
After taking Tianma for about 4 to 6 hours, you can drink alcohol, but you should control the amount of alcohol to avoid the alcohol affecting the efficacy of Tianma or excessive drinking causing discomfort. During the medication period, spicy and stimulating foods, greasy and cold foods should be avoided, and smoking and alcohol should be avoided to avoid affecting the efficacy of the medication.
What to do if you drink alcohol after taking Tianma?
1. Observe any changes.
First, observe whether there are any changes in your body. Some people may not experience discomfort due to various reasons when drinking alcohol during the medication period. If this is the case, there is no need to worry too much. Drink more water, rest appropriately, and avoid it next time.
2. Seek medical examination.
If there are discomfort symptoms such as chest tightness, dizziness, and shortness of breath, it is necessary to seek immediate medical examination to prevent the condition from worsening.
Who should not take Tianma?
1. People with qi deficiency.
Tianma has the effects of promoting blood circulation, soothing the liver, and calming wind. It should be used with caution by people with qi deficiency, yin deficiency, or blood deficiency.
2. Pregnant women.
Tianma has certain toxic side effects and should not be taken by pregnant women to avoid affecting the fetus.
3. Children.
Children's bodies are still developing and should not take Tianma without a clear diagnosis to avoid discomfort.
How to take Tianma for better effects?
Tianma steamed pigeon.
Ingredients:
1 pigeon, 1 spoonful of Tianma powder, 6 red dates, 1 spoonful of wolfberry, 6 slices of American ginseng.
Directions:
1. Open the pigeon's intestines, remove unnecessary organs, and wash it clean.
2. Put cooking wine, salt, Tianma powder, scallion sections, red dates, wolfberry, and American ginseng together in a bowl, then steam in a steamer for 2 hours. Remove and serve.
Tianma and Chuanxiong Tea.
Ingredients:
5 grams of Tianma, 10 grams of Chuanxiong, 3 grams of Bai Zhi, 3 grams of green tea.
Directions:
1. Grind Chuanxiong, Tianma, and Bai Zhi into fine powder separately, and mix well.
2. Put the mixed powder into a tea bag and seal it.
3. Put the tea bag and green tea into a teapot, pour in boiling water, and let it steep for 15 minutes before drinking.
