"Xueshan Yizhihao" is a folk remedy for bruises and injuries. Although it can be used to treat bruises, swelling, rheumatism, and other internal and external injuries, it is highly toxic. It should be used with caution to avoid poisoning!
Preparation of "Xueshan Yizhihao"
1. Soak "Xueshan Yizhihao" in cold water, changing the water 2-3 times a day, until there is no tingling sensation. Remove it and cook it with licorice and black beans until the inside is no longer white. Take it out and dry it.
2. Soak it in clean water for 7 days, changing the water twice a day. Slice it after the center becomes soft, then steam it in a steamer for 2-3 hours. Take it out and dry it.
Then, stir-fry it with hot lard until it is thoroughly cooked, or wrap it in wet paper, place it next to charcoal fire to heat it, remove the paper, soak it in children's urine for a day and night, take it out, rinse it, and dry it.
Symptoms of Poisoning from "Xueshan Yizhihao"
"Xueshan Yizhihao" is highly toxic, and the toxic reaction occurs within 0.5-3 hours after use.
Main symptoms: slight drowsiness, burning sensation in the mouth, increased secretion;
Severe symptoms: numbness, weakness, coldness, swelling, discomfort in the throat, nausea, vomiting, drooling, dizziness, palpitations, restlessness, abdominal pain with the urge to defecate;
Severely ill patients may faint, have cold limbs, irregular heart rhythms, low blood pressure, difficulty breathing, or convulsions and coma. The electrocardiogram shows frequent premature contractions.
Serious cases can lead to death due to circulatory and respiratory failure.
Precautions in Using "Xueshan Yizhihao"
1. Avoid eating raw and cold food, beans, beef, and mutton during the medication period.
2. Do not take the medicine in the form of alcohol.
3. The main symptoms of poisoning include intense stimulation of the vagus nerve, resulting in drooling, vomiting, abdominal pain, arrhythmia, hypotension, shock, difficulty breathing, or convulsions and coma, which can lead to circulatory and respiratory failure and death.
4. It is highly toxic and must be prepared and dosed strictly for internal use. It should not be taken internally without preparation.
5. Pregnant women, the elderly, children, and patients with heart disease or ulcers should avoid taking it.
