The rhizome of Fragrant Solomonseal is sweet and cold in nature. It is mainly used for clearing heat and promoting diuresis. Although Fragrant Solomonseal has high medicinal value, its application is still limited in certain aspects, especially for certain groups of people who need to use it with caution!
[Usage of Fragrant Solomonseal]
Fragrant Solomonseal can be used in two ways: external application and internal administration. External application is usually in the form of crushed powder applied on wounds, which can help stop bleeding, dissolve stasis, and reduce swelling;
For internal administration, because it is mainly used for diuresis and clearing heat, I will introduce two main usage methods, including the specific dosage and corresponding symptoms:
For the treatment of nephritis in terms of diuresis: 15 grams of Fragrant Solomonseal rhizome, 15 grams of Rhizoma Dioscoreae, decocted in water and taken warm, once a day.
For the treatment of fever and irritability in terms of clearing heat: 15 grams of Fragrant Solomonseal rhizome or leaves, decocted in water and taken warm.
[Appropriate Population for Fragrant Solomonseal]
1. People who sweat a lot
When the body has excessive dampness, sweating can be excessive in hot summer. At this time, Fragrant Solomonseal can be consumed to improve excessive sweating.
Fragrant Solomonseal has diuretic and lung moistening properties. By using Fragrant Solomonseal, excess water in the body can be eliminated through urine.
2. People who are "firey"
Although "firey" is not a disease, it can cause discomfort. People who are "firey" tend to be irritable, which can affect work and life. Fragrant Solomonseal has the effect of clearing heat, so it can be used when feeling "firey".
[Contraindications of Fragrant Solomonseal]
Fragrant Solomonseal has the effect of detoxification and diuresis, but it can worsen the condition of patients with kidney deficiency and frequent urination. Therefore, patients with kidney deficiency and frequent urination should not take Fragrant Solomonseal.
Pregnant women should also avoid taking Fragrant Solomonseal. In a TV drama, some people already know that Fragrant Solomonseal can have certain effects on the fetus in pregnant women's abdomen, and it can easily lead to miscarriage. Therefore, pregnant women must not take Fragrant Solomonseal.
Fragrant Solomonseal has a cold nature and sweet taste. It belongs to the Heart Meridian, Stomach Meridian, and Small Intestine Meridian. It has the effects of reducing heat and disinfection, and is a medicine for clearing heat and purging fire. If people with weak constitution and cold consume Fragrant Solomonseal, it can harm their bodies. Therefore, people with weak constitution and cold should not consume Fragrant Solomonseal.
In real life, many people are in a state of dampness and heat, and these people should also avoid consuming Fragrant Solomonseal, as it can have certain effects on their bodies.